Headway - Advanced - Unit 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "trace", "perplexing", "forbear", etc.

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Headway - Advanced
main [adjective]

having the highest level of significance or central importance

Ex: His main responsibility as a project manager is to ensure deadlines are met .
chief [adjective]

having the highest importance

Ex: She took on the chief role in managing the project , which was a big challenge .
characteristic [adjective]

serving to identify or distinguish something or someone

Ex: The bird 's characteristic song could be heard every morning at dawn .
trait [noun]

a distinguishing quality or characteristic, especially one that forms part of someone's personality or identity

Ex: Strong communication is a key trait for success in business .
evidence [noun]

anything that proves the truth or possibility of something, such as facts, objects, or signs

Ex: Before drawing conclusions , it 's important to carefully evaluate all available evidence and consider alternative explanations .
trace [noun]

an indication or evidence of the former presence or existence of something

the action or process of reaching a particular thing

Ex: The team celebrated their achievement of breaking the company 's sales record for the quarter .
feat [noun]

an impressive or remarkable achievement or accomplishment, often requiring great skill or strength

perplexing [adjective]

causing confusion due to being complex or unclear

Ex:
puzzling [adjective]

hard to understand or explain

Ex: The detective faced a puzzling case with few clues to follow .
forebear [noun]

an ancestor or a person from whom one is descended, typically from earlier generations

Ex: Their forebears had lived in the same village for generations .
ancestor [noun]

a blood relative who lived a long time ago, usually before one's grandparents

Ex: The family tree traced their ancestors back to the 1700s in Europe .
desire [noun]

a very strong feeling of wanting to do or have something

Ex: Emily 's desire for success drove her to work tirelessly toward achieving her career goals .
urge [noun]

a powerful feeling prompting someone to act or respond

Ex: He fought the urge to eat the dessert immediately .

to grow and develop exceptionally well

Ex: With a supportive environment , employees tend to thrive and contribute positively to the workplace .

to quickly grow in a successful way

Ex: The young artist flourished under the mentorship of a renowned painter , rapidly improving her skills and gaining recognition .
bond [noun]

a relationship between people or groups based on shared experiences, ideas, or emotions

Ex: Shared hardship can create a lasting bond between friends .
tie [noun]

a bond or connection between people, organizations, etc.

to reside in a specific place

Ex: The indigenous people have inhabited this land for centuries .

to reside at the place where one works or studies, usually in provided accommodation on the premises

function [noun]

the purpose or intended use of something

Ex: The function of the key is to unlock the door .
cruise [noun]

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

Ex: The river cruise took passengers through picturesque villages and historic landmarks along the Rhine River .
insomnia [noun]

a disorder in which one is unable to sleep or stay asleep

Ex: The doctor recommended a few relaxation techniques to help combat her insomnia and improve her sleep quality .
satchel [noun]

a type of bag, often made of leather or canvas, with a strap that is worn over one shoulder and across the bo

Ex: She placed her lunch and notebook in her satchel for the day ’s trip .
playdate [noun]

a prearranged time for children to get together and play, typically with a parent or caregiver present

Ex: They were excited about the playdate because they had planned to bake cookies .

a social event where a person stays overnight at someone else's house, usually for fun

Ex: After the sleepover , they all woke up early to make pancakes together .

the condition of forgetting or being unable to recall past events or information, ranging from minor forgetfulness to more severe forms, such as dementia or amnesia

Ex: The doctor explained that memory loss could be related to stress or sleep deprivation .
nappy [noun]

an absorbent garment worn by infants and young children to contain and absorb urine and feces

Ex: It ’s important to check the nappy regularly to prevent rashes .
to crawl [verb]

to move slowly with the body near the ground or on the hands and knees

Ex: In the dense underbrush , the jungle explorer needed to crawl to avoid entangling vines and thick foliage .

to find a place to live and embrace a more stable and routine way of life

Ex: The artist decided to settle down in a peaceful village to focus on her work .

to skip school or work without permission or without a valid reason

Ex: She has played truant three times this month .
infant [noun]

a very young child, typically from birth to around one year old

Ex: The infant 's infectious laughter brought joy to everyone in the room .

a boy who is attending school, especially in primary or secondary education

Ex: He was a shy schoolboy , always sitting at the back of the class .
lover [noun]

one of the partners in a romantic or sexual relationship, without being married to each other

Ex: He wrote heartfelt poetry to express his feelings for his secret lover .
soldier [noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: In ancient times , a soldier often carried a shield and sword .
justice [noun]

the exercise of judgment in determining rights, duties, or assigning rewards and punishments

Ex: Citizens rely on the government to maintain justice .

the behavior of being immature, overly playful, or exhibiting traits typically associated with children

Ex: He regretted his childishness after realizing how it affected his relationships .
stage [noun]

one of the phases in which a process or event is divided into

Ex: The company is in the early stages of developing a new product line .
to graze [verb]

to cause injury to the surface of one's skin by rubbing it against something rough

Ex: She grazed her hand on the sharp edge of the metal gate .
mortgage [noun]

an official contract or arrangement by which a bank gives money to someone as a loan to buy a house and the person agrees to repay the loan over a specified period, usually with interest

Ex: The monthly mortgage payments include principal and interest , as well as property taxes and insurance .
buggy [noun]

a light, horse-drawn carriage with four wheels, typically used for leisurely rides

Ex: He rented a buggy to explore the old town on his vacation .
date [noun]

a time that is arranged to meet a person with whom one is in a relationship or is likely to be in the future

Ex: He asked her out on a date to the local art museum .

to move to a higher position or rank

Ex: He was promoted to vice president of sales for his outstanding performance .
sensible [adjective]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

Ex: A sensible leader knows when to take calculated risks .
glasses [noun]

a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, which we wear to see more clearly

Ex: She forgot her glasses at home , so she could n't read the menu .

to exercise in order to get healthier or stronger

Ex: Despite a busy schedule , he manages to work out regularly to maintain his fitness levels .
ache [noun]

a continuous pain in a part of the body, often not severe

Ex: My grandmother always complains about an ache in her leg .
pain [noun]

the unpleasant feeling caused by an illness or injury

Ex: The dentist gave me medicine to ease the pain .

to fill in a black and white outline or picture with colors using crayons, markers, or other coloring materials

Ex: He took his time to color in the shapes carefully with crayons .
lie-in [noun]

a period of time spent resting or sleeping in bed beyond one's usual waking time, often done for the purpose of getting additional rest or relaxation

Ex: I always enjoy a lie-in on Sunday mornings .
divorced [adjective]

no longer married to someone due to legally ending the marriage

Ex: The divorced couple remained on good terms for the sake of their children .
tantrum [noun]

an emotional outburst, usually associated with anger or frustration, that involves screaming, crying, kicking, and sometimes even physical aggression

Ex: After being told no , the toddler had a loud tantrum in the supermarket .
potbelly [noun]

a round stove with a bulging middle that burns wood to heat a room

Ex: She loved the cozy warmth from the potbelly during the cold evenings .
bald [adjective]

having little or no hair on the head

Ex: The bald man wore a hat to protect his head from the sun .
to swot [verb]

to study hard and quickly, especially before an exam

Ex: He tends to swot in the last few days before the deadline .
clubbing [noun]

the act or activity of frequently hanging out in nightclubs

Ex:

to stand or move in an unsteady or unstable manner, as if about to lose balance or topple over

Ex: She was teetering on one leg when she lost her balance .
to watch [verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play .

to have an excessive or exaggerated opinion of one's own abilities, attractiveness, importance, or value

Ex: Many people fancy themselves as writers but never finish a book .

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

Ex: The gardener looks after the garden by weeding , watering , and pruning the plants .

to rely on no one in making decisions or forming opinions

Ex: She was proud of her ability to think for herself in difficult situations .

to consider something while deciding what to do

Ex: She thinks of her personal values when deciding which projects to take on .

to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance

Ex: She ’s always flattering herself about how much work she does around the office .

to feel regret or disappointment in oneself for a past mistake or missed opportunity

Ex: I keep kicking myself for not calling him sooner now it ’s too late .
gray [adjective]

(of a person) having gray hair as a sign of aging

Ex: The gray man offered wise advice , his hair a testament to his years of experience .

to do what one wants or desires, without worrying about the opinions or desires of others

Ex: She decided to please herself and take a relaxing weekend getaway , regardless of her friends ' plans .