Headway - Pre-intermediate - Unit 9

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 in the Headway Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "delighted", "jealous", "nervous", etc.

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angry [adjective]

feeling very annoyed because of something that we do not like

Ex: She was angry after being blamed for something she did n't do .

nervous [adjective]

worried and anxious about something or slightly afraid of it

Ex: I do n't know why I always feel so nervous before a flight .

delighted [adjective]

filled with great pleasure or joy

Ex: The children looked delighted as they opened their Christmas presents .

stressed [adjective]

feeling so anxious that makes one unable to relax

Ex: The constant deadlines made her feel stressed and overwhelmed .

scared [adjective]

feeling frightened or anxious

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disappointed [adjective]

not satisfied or happy with something, because it did not meet one's expectations or hopes

Ex: The disappointed expression on her face revealed her sadness .

upset [adjective]

feeling disturbed or distressed due to a negative event

Ex: She tried to hide how upset she was during the meeting .

homesick [adjective]

feeling sad because of being away from one's home

Ex: After months overseas , he became deeply homesick and wanted to return .

lonely [adjective]

feeling unhappy due to being alone or lacking companionship

Ex: The traveler admitted to feeling lonely during his solo journey .

jealous [adjective]

feeling angry and unhappy because someone else has what we want

Ex: I 'm so jealous of your vacation plans .

amazed [adjective]

feeling or showing great surprise

Ex: The children 's amazed faces reflected their astonishment at the magician 's disappearing act .

proud [adjective]

feeling satisfied with someone or one's possessions, achievements, etc.

Ex: She felt proud of her artwork being displayed in the gallery .