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Headway - Intermediate - Unit 8

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 in the Headway Intermediate coursebook, such as "conscious", "imagination", "prediction", etc.

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perfect
[Adjective]

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

Ex: She 's the perfect fit for the team with her positive attitude .
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imperfect
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having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect, with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .
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formal
[Adjective]

suitable for fancy, important, serious, or official occasions and situations

Ex: The students had to follow a formal process to apply for a scholarship .
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informal
[Adjective]

suitable for friendly, relaxed, casual, or unofficial occasions and situations

Ex: The staff had an informal celebration to mark the end of the project .
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conscious
[Adjective]

having awareness of one's surroundings

Ex: She was conscious of the people around her as she walked through the busy city streets .
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unconscious
[Adjective]

(of a person) unresponsive and unaware of the surroundings, usually due to an illness or injury

Ex: The accident left him unconscious and unable to react .
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suitable
[Adjective]

appropriate for a certain situation or purpose

Ex: The book contains content that is suitable for young readers .
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creative
[Adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: My friend is very creative, she designed and sewed her own dress for the party .
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something that is formed in the mind and does not exist in reality

Ex: The scientist ’s imagination led to the invention of groundbreaking technology that changed the industry .
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colorful
[Adjective]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

Ex: The springtime brought a burst of colorful blossoms to the park .
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to decrease the length of something

Ex: The movie was shortened for television to fit the time slot .
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kindness
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an action that is caring, kind, or helpful

Ex: He was overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers who helped him after his car broke down on the highway .
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to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

Ex: She was educated at a prestigious university .
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a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: The rollercoaster lurched forward , screams of excitement echoing through the park as riders plunged down the first drop .
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confidently
[Adverb]

in a manner that shows strong belief in one's own skills or qualities

Ex: I confidently answered the question , knowing I was correct .
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without deliberate thought or attention

Ex: His response was so natural that he answered automatically.
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careless
[Adjective]

not paying enough attention to what we are doing

Ex: The careless driver ran a red light .
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to hold or give a different opinion about something

Ex: He disagreed with the decision but chose to remain silent.
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an argument or a situation in which people have different opinions about something

Ex: The disagreement between the two departments highlighted the need for better communication and collaboration within the organization .
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agreement
[noun]

a promise, an arrangement, or a contract between two or more people

Ex: The union and the company are in talks to reach a new labor agreement.
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unhappy
[Adjective]

experiencing a lack of joy or positive emotions

Ex: He grew increasingly unhappy with his living situation .
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the state or condition of not being happy, characterized by feelings of dissatisfaction, discontent, or sorrow

Ex: She could n’t hide her unhappiness after hearing the bad news .
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happiness
[noun]

the feeling of being happy and well

Ex: Finding balance in life is essential for overall happiness and well-being .
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the state or quality of being awake and capable of perception, thought, and response

Ex: During surgery, anesthesia induces a temporary loss of consciousness to ensure painless procedures.
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the state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings

Ex: Unconsciousness can be a serious medical condition requiring immediate attention .
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inexpensive
[Adjective]

having a reasonable price

Ex: She found an inexpensive dress that still looked stylish .
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expensive
[Adjective]

having a high price

Ex: The luxury car is expensive but offers excellent performance .
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helpful
[Adjective]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

Ex: A helpful tip can save time and effort during a project .
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impolite
[Adjective]

having bad manners or behavior

Ex: The teenager was impolite and did not listen to his parents .
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the quality of being rude or lacking good manners

Ex: The child ’s impoliteness was corrected gently by the parent .
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successful
[Adjective]

getting the results you hoped for or wanted

Ex: She is a successful author with many best-selling books .
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unsuccessful
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not achieving the intended or desired outcome

Ex: The experiment was deemed unsuccessful due to unforeseen complications .
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to fail to understand something or someone correctly

Ex: They misunderstood the movie plot and were confused.
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understandable
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able to be grasped mentally without difficulty

Ex: Her accent was mild , making her English easily understandable.
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useful
[Adjective]

providing help when needed

Ex: Having a mentor at work can be useful in guiding career decisions and providing valuable insights .
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to reuse
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to use something once more, usually for a different purpose

Ex: They reused glass bottles as decorative vases for the wedding centerpieces .
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useless
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lacking purpose or function, and unable to help in any way

Ex: His advice turned out to be useless and did n't solve the problem .
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the quality or state of being excessively focused on oneself, one's own interests, or needs without regard for others.

Ex: The child ’s selfishness was a cause of tension within the family .
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nonstop
[Adverb]

without pausing or taking a break

Ex: The children talked nonstop during the car ride .
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the act of saying what one thinks is going to happen in the future or what the outcome of something will be

Ex: Her bold prediction about the stock market shocked the financial community .
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rechargeable
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(of a battery or device) capable of being supplied with electrical power again

Ex: His bike lights are rechargeable via a USB cable .
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multilingual
[Adjective]

referring to the ability to use or communicate in multiple languages

Ex: Growing up in a multilingual household enriched my language skills .
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many
[determiner]

used to indicate a large number of people or things

Ex: The many advantages of a balanced diet are widely recognized .
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before
[Adverb]

at an earlier point in time

Ex: You have asked me this question before.
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again
[Adverb]

for one more instance

Ex: He apologized for the mistake and promised it would n't happen again.
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possible
[Adjective]

able to exist, happen, or be done

Ex: To achieve the best possible result , we need to work together .
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impossible
[Adjective]

not able to occur, exist, or be done

Ex: They were trying to achieve an impossible standard of perfection .
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patient
[Adjective]

able to remain calm, especially in challenging or difficult situations, without becoming annoyed or anxious

Ex: He showed patience in learning a new language, practicing regularly until he became fluent.
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impatient
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He ’s always impatient when it comes to slow internet connections .
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lucky
[Adjective]

having or bringing good luck

Ex: You 're lucky to have such a caring family .
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to spell
[Verb]

to write or say the letters that form a word one by one in the right order

Ex: We should spell our last names when making reservations to avoid any misunderstandings .
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to incorrectly write a word, by using wrong letters or rearranging them in a wrong order

Ex: You misspelled the title of your presentation — double-check it !
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legal
[Adjective]

related to the law or the legal system

Ex: The company was sued for violating legal regulations regarding environmental protection .
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illegal
[Adjective]

forbidden by the law

Ex: Employers who discriminate against employees based on race or gender are engaging in illegal behavior .
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to appear
[Verb]

to become visible and noticeable

Ex: Suddenly , a figure appeared in the doorway , silhouetted against the bright light behind them .
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to no longer be able to be seen

Ex: He handed the letter to the girl , then disappeared in front of her very eyes .
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regular
[Adjective]

following a pattern, especially one with fixed or uniform intervals

Ex: The store has regular business hours , opening at 9 AM and closing at 5 PM .
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irregular
[Adjective]

not conforming to established rules, patterns, or norms

Ex: Her irregular speech pattern puzzled her colleagues , who found it difficult to understand her .
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happy
[Adjective]

emotionally feeling good or glad

Ex: The happy couple celebrated their anniversary with a romantic dinner .
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glad
[Adjective]

pleased about something

Ex: He was glad to finally see his family after being away for so long .
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articulate
[Adjective]

(of a person) able to express oneself clearly and effectively

Ex: The professor is articulate, always able to convey difficult concepts in a coherent way .
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expressive
[Adjective]

demonstrating or showing a strong or vivid display of emotions, feelings, or ideas

Ex: His body language was so expressive that words were almost unnecessary .
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bright
[Adjective]

capable of thinking and learning in a good and quick way

Ex: She was a bright learner , always eager to dive into new subjects .
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smart
[Adjective]

able to think and learn in a good and quick way

Ex: The smart researcher made significant discoveries in the field .
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self-centered
[Adjective]

(of a person) not caring about the needs and feelings of no one but one's own

Ex: Self-centered individuals often fail to consider other people's perspectives.
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selfish
[Adjective]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

Ex: The selfish politician prioritized their own agenda over the needs of their constituents .
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arrogant
[Adjective]

showing a proud, unpleasant attitude toward others and having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

Ex: The company 's CEO was known for his arrogant behavior , which created a toxic work environment .
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big-headed
[Adjective]

having or displaying the belief that one is superior in intellect, importance, skills, etc.

Ex: The interviewee came across as big-headed, talking more about his past successes than his future goals .
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