Headway - Intermediate - Unit 1

good-looking [adjective]

possessing an attractive and pleasing appearance

Ex: The good-looking waitress served us with a friendly smile .

hardworking [adjective]

(of a person) putting in a lot of effort and dedication to achieve goals or complete tasks

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tired [adjective]

needing to sleep or rest because of not having any more energy

Ex: She was tired but satisfied after cleaning the whole house .

alone [adverb]

without anyone else

Ex: I am not brave enough to go camping alone .

interesting [adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: My neighbor has an interesting collection of vintage cars .

well-dressed [adjective]

wearing clothes that are stylish or expensive

Ex: She received compliments for being well-dressed at the office party .

delicious [adjective]

having a very pleasant flavor

Ex: The pizza was so delicious that we ordered another one .

thrilling [adjective]

causing great pleasure or excitement

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much [determiner]

used to refer to a large degree or amount of a thing

Ex: There 's much excitement about the upcoming concert .

loved [adjective]

feeling cherished, valued, and deeply cared for by others

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second hand [adverb]

from a previous owner or source

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reliant [adjective]

dependent on something or someone for support, assistance, or success

Ex: Some people are too reliant on technology for simple tasks .

low [adjective]

not extending far upward

Ex: The cottage had a low roof covered in moss .

good [adjective]

having a quality that is satisfying

Ex: The movie was really good ; it made me laugh and cry .

perfect [adjective]

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

Ex: My dog is perfect , even though he occasionally chews my shoes .

eccentric [adjective]

slightly strange in behavior, appearance, or ideas

Ex: People found his eccentric ideas both interesting and confusing .

old-fashioned [adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: Her grandmother 's old-fashioned dress , with its high collar and lace trim , reflected a bygone era of fashion .

charming [adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: The actress had a charming presence on screen , with a magnetic charisma that drew audiences in .

mature [adjective]

fully-grown and physically developed

Ex: Her mature figure was accentuated by the elegant dress she wore , highlighting her curves and sophistication .

stunning [adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The view from the mountaintop was absolutely stunning .

cloudy [adjective]

having many clouds up in the sky

Ex: The cloudy sky created a dramatic backdrop for the sunset .

fresh [adjective]

new or different and not formerly known or done

Ex: The company introduced a fresh marketing campaign to attract customers .

crowded [adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: She felt claustrophobic in the crowded elevator .

cosmopolitan [adjective]

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

Ex: The hotel offered a cosmopolitan experience with guests from around the world .

challenging [adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

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latest [adjective]

occurred, created, or updated most recently in time

Ex: The scientist presented findings from their latest research project .

spicy [adjective]

having a strong taste that gives your mouth a pleasant burning feeling

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close [adjective]

near in distance

Ex: The close distance between the two cities makes it easy to commute .

well-behaved [adjective]

behaving in an appropriate and polite manner, particularly of children

Ex: Teachers appreciate students who are well-behaved , as it creates a positive learning environment .

well-made [adjective]

designed and constructed with good quality, material, and care

Ex: The building is well-made , designed to resist even the harshest weather conditions .

brand-new [adjective]

having never been used or worn before

Ex: He wore a brand-new suit to the important job interview .

middle-aged [adjective]

(of a person) approximately between 45 to 65 years old, typically indicating a stage of life between young adulthood and old age

Ex: He felt more confident as a middle-aged professional .

full-time [adjective]

done for the usual hours in a working day or week

Ex: He has been a full-time writer for five years .

bad-tempered [adjective]

easily annoyed and quick to anger

Ex: Dealing with his bad-tempered landlord was one of the downsides of renting the apartment .

homesick [adjective]

feeling sad because of being away from one's home

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

interested [adjective]

having a feeling of curiosity or attention toward a particular thing or person because one likes them

Ex: He sounded interested when I mentioned the project .

tiring [adjective]

(particularly of an acivity) causing a feeling of physical or mental fatigue or exhaustion

Ex: Working long hours on the project proved to be tiring but rewarding .

thrilled [adjective]

feeling intense excitement or pleasure

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charmed [adjective]

enchanted, delighted, or captivated by something or someone

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boring [adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: The lecture was so boring that several students left early .

bored [adjective]

tired and unhappy because there is nothing to do or because we are no longer interested in something

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astonishing [adjective]

causing great surprise or amazement due to being impressive, unexpected, or remarkable

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was truly astonishing .

astonished [adjective]

feeling very surprised or impressed, especially because of an unexpected event

Ex: Her astonished expression showed that she could not believe what she was hearing .

relaxing [adjective]

helping our body or mind rest

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relaxed [adjective]

feeling calm and at ease without tension or stress

Ex: The serene beach and gentle waves made her feel relaxed and carefree .

exciting [adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: The fireworks display was really exciting and lit up the whole sky .

excited [adjective]

feeling very happy, interested, and energetic

Ex: The children were excited to open their presents on Christmas morning .

disappointing [adjective]

not fulfilling one's expectations or hopes

Ex: Receiving a disappointing grade on the exam was a blow to her confidence .

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 .

exhausting [adjective]

causing one to feel very tired and out of energy

Ex: Studying for exams late into the night can be mentally exhausting .

exhausted [adjective]

feeling extremely tired physically or mentally, often due to a lack of sleep

Ex: She felt mentally exhausted after dealing with a challenging project at work .

shocking [adjective]

unexpected or extreme enough to cause intense surprise or disbelief

Ex: The jury 's verdict was both unexpected and shocking .

shocked [adjective]

very surprised or upset because of something unexpected or unpleasant

Ex: The shocked look on his face spoke volumes about his reaction to the unexpected news .

reliable [adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: Despite challenges , the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations .

lazy [adjective]

avoiding work or activity and preferring to do as little as possible

Ex: Rather than cooking a meal , he opted for takeout because he was feeling too lazy to cook .

moody [adjective]

experiencing frequent changes in mood, often without apparent reason or explanation

Ex: He became moody whenever he was stressed at work , snapping at his coworkers for no reason .

generous [adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: The host was incredibly generous , offering us plenty of food and drinks .

cheerful [adjective]

full of happiness and positivity

Ex: Emily 's cheerful laughter was contagious , filling the air with joy and warmth during the family gathering .

easy-going [adjective]

calm and not easily worried or annoyed

Ex: Despite the chaos at work , he remained easy-going and calm .

talkative [adjective]

talking a great deal

Ex: My brother is so talkative that he can keep a conversation going for hours .

untidy [adjective]

not properly organized or cared for

Ex: His handwriting was so untidy that it was hard to read .

optimistic [adjective]

having a hopeful and positive outlook on life, expecting good things to happen

Ex: Despite the setbacks , he stayed optimistic that things would improve .

shy [adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: Even though she 's shy , she can express herself well through her artwork .

reserved [adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: He 's always been a reserved person , preferring to listen rather than speak .

impatient [adjective]

unable to wait calmly for something or someone, often feeling irritated or frustrated

Ex: The kids became impatient after waiting hours for their turn .

sociable [adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: As a very sociable person , John never had trouble meeting new people when traveling alone due to his friendly nature .

ambitious [adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Maria is an ambitious student , always aiming for top grades and participating in numerous extracurricular activities .

sensitive [adjective]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

Ex: She has a sensitive approach when dealing with emotionally charged situations .

cozy [adjective]

(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place

Ex: The restaurant had a cozy , intimate setting that was perfect for our date .

homemade [adjective]

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

Ex: He prepared a homemade pizza from scratch , starting with homemade dough and sauce .

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