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Headway - Advanced - Unit 5

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "stereotype", "robustly", "concession", etc.

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Headway - Advanced

the state of legally belonging to a country

Ex: nationality does not determine your abilities or character .
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a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

Ex: The ad challenged stereotype that certain jobs are only for men .
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Britain
[noun]

the island containing England, Scotland, and Wales

Ex: The Prime Minister Britain addressed the nation on television last night .
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British
[noun]

a person from the United Kingdom

Ex: British supported the international event with enthusiasm .
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Briton
[noun]

a person who is of British nationality, descent, or origin

Ex: Briton living abroad often misses British tea and biscuits .
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Brit
[noun]

someone from Britain, typically of British nationality or origin

Ex: The film, directed by a talented Brit, received critical acclaim.
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English
[noun]

the most common language in the world, originating in England but also the official language of America, Canada, Australia, etc.

Ex: Their school requires all students to English.
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Welsh
[noun]

a person from Wales or someone of Welsh descent

Ex: Many Welsh speak both English Welsh fluently .
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Gaelic
[noun]

any of the Celtic languages spoken in Ireland, Scotland, or the Isle of Man

Ex: Learning Gaelic helped him better understand the history of his family’s homeland.
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Scotland
[noun]

a European country in the northern United Kingdom

Ex: Scotland has a unique legal system and education system , which distinguishes it from the rest of the United Kingdom .
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Scottish
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Scotland, its people, or the Gaelic language

Ex: The poet Robert Burns is a celebrated figure Scottish literature .
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Scot
[noun]

someone who is from Scotland

Ex: He met a Scot while hiking in the Highlands .
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Scottish
[noun]

a variety of English language spoken in Scotland

Ex: The film captured the essence of the Highlands with characters speaking in Scottish.
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a Celtic language spoken in Scotland, primarily in the Scottish Highlands

Ex: The TV channel broadcasts programs entirely Scottish Gaelic to promote the language .
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a country in Western Central Europe, south of Germany

Ex: Today I learned at school that the capital Switzerland is Bern .
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Swiss
[noun]

a person from Switzerland or an inhabitant of Switzerland

Ex: Swiss often emphasize sustainability in their lifestyle choices .
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French
[noun]

the main language of France that is also spoken in parts of other countries such as Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, etc.

Ex: While on vacation in Montreal , she realized the locals primarily French.
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German
[noun]

the main language in Germany, Austria and parts of Switzerland

Ex: She is German to communicate with her relatives in Austria .
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Romansh
[noun]

one of the four official languages of Switzerland, along with German, French, and Italian

Ex: A bilingual guide translated the tour into both German Romansh.
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a country in the North Western Europe, informally known as Holland

Ex: Windmills are a common sight in the countryside of Netherlands.
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Dutch
[noun]

the main language in the Netherlands

Ex: They 're practicing Dutch by talking to exchange students .
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Dutch
[noun]

a person from the Netherlands or of Dutch descent

Ex: He enjoyed chatting with Dutch on the train about their shared love of football .
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Dutchman
[noun]

an individual who is from the Netherlands or of Dutch nationality or descent

Ex: She met a Dutchman during her trip to Amsterdam who gave her great travel tips .
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Dutch
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belonging or relating to the Netherlands, its people, and language

Ex: We tasted some Dutch cheese on our trip to Amsterdam .
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Belgium
[noun]

a country in Western Europe bordered by Germany, France, and Luxembourg

Ex: The annual flower carpet event in Brussels attracts thousands of visitors Belgium every summer .
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Belgian
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referring to something or someone from or related to Belgium

Ex: The museum displayed works by Belgian painters .
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Sweden
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a country in Northern Europe and Eastern Scandinavia

Ex: The royal palace Sweden is a popular tourist destination .
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Swedish
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belonging or relating to Sweden, its people, and language

Ex: Volvo is a Swedish car manufacturer .
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Swede
[noun]

someone who is from Sweden or of Swedish origin

Ex: The Swede explained the customs of a traditional Swedish wedding.
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Swedish
[noun]

a North Germanic language spoken primarily in Sweden

Ex: The children sang a traditional song Swedish during the festival .
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Denmark
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe in the Scandinavia

Ex: Denmark consistently ranks high in global happiness and quality of life indexes .
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Danish
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the official language of Denmark, spoken by the majority of the population

Ex: Danish helped him communicate with locals during his stay in Denmark .
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Dane
[noun]

someone from Denmark or of Danish descent

Ex: I met Dane during my travels who taught me how to properly pronounce certain words in Danish .
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Danish
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belonging or relating to Denmark, its people, and language

Ex: Danish flag , known as the Dannebrog , is the oldest national flag in the world .
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Poland
[noun]

a country in the Central Europe near the Baltic Sea

Ex: Poland shares borders with seven countries .
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Polish
[noun]

Poland's official language

Ex: The play’s dialogue was performed entirely in Polish during the festival.
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Pole
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someone who is from Poland or their family came from Poland

Ex: Many Poles emigrated to the United States in search of better opportunities in the early 20th century.
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polish
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referring to something that is related to Poland, its people, language, culture, or products

Ex: They danced to a Polish folk song .
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Finland
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a country in Northern Europe bordered by Norway, Sweden, and Russia

Ex: Finland is part of the European Union and uses the euro as its currency .
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Finnish
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one of Finland's official languages

Ex: The novel was originally Finnish and later won an international award .
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Finn
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a person from Finland or of Finnish descent

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Finnish
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referring to something or someone related to Finland

Ex: They celebrated Midsummer with Finnish customs .
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Iceland
[noun]

an island country in the North Atlantic, known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes, glaciers, and geothermal activity

Ex: Iceland, midnight sun makes summer nights seem endless .
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Icelander
[noun]

a person from Iceland, a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean

Ex: It was surprising to find that even as Icelander, he had never visited the Blue Lagoon .
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Icelandic
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referring to something or someone from or related to Iceland

Ex: Icelandic design is known for its minimalism and functionality .
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Spain
[noun]

a country in southwest Europe

Ex: Spanish is the official language Spain.
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Spanish
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the main language of Spain and many Southern or Central American countries

Ex: Spanish is spoken by over 460 million people as a first language .
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Spanish
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relating to Spain or its people or language

Ex: Spanish art , such as the works of Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí , is renowned worldwide .
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Turkey
[noun]

a country that is mainly in Western Asia with a small part in Southeast Europe

Ex: We 're planning a trip Turkey next summer .
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Turkish
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Turkey

Ex: We bought a Turkish carpet from a local market in Antalya .
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Turkish
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the main language of Turkey

Ex: The restaurant offers menus in both English Turkish.
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Turk
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someone who is from Turkey or their family came from Turkey

Ex: Turk language , Turkish , is widely spoken in Turkey and has several dialects across different regions .
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a sovereign island country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse Maori and European cultures

Ex: Many films , including The Lord of the Rings , were filmed New Zealand.
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New Zealander
[Adjective]

referring to something or someone that is of or related to New Zealand

Ex: New Zealander traditions include celebrating the Waitangi Day , which marks the signing of the treaty .
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Maori
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an eastern Polynesian language spoken by the Maori people of New Zealand

Ex: Maori can be heard in traditional chants and songs , which are an integral part of New Zealand 's cultural heritage .
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a country in Central Asia between Iran and Pakistan

Ex: The traditional food Afghanistan is very delicious .
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a person from Afghanistan or of Afghan descent

Ex: At the event , Afghanistani provided a traditional dance performance .
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Afghan
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someone who is a native or citizen of Afghanistan

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Pashto
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one of the Afghanistan's official languages, which is also the second most-used language in Pakistan

Ex: The book was Pashto, making it more accessible to local readers .
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Dari
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a dialect of the Persian language that is primarily spoken in Afghanistan

Ex: Dari and Pashto are both spoken in Afghanistan , they are distinct languages .
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Argentina
[noun]

a country that is in the southern part of South America

Ex: The Argentinian wine industry, particularly in the Mendoza region, produces some of the finest Malbec wines in the world.
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Argentine
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relating to Argentina or its people

Ex: Argentine wines , especially Malbec , are popular worldwide .
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Argentinian
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Argentina

Ex: Argentinian landscape is incredibly diverse , featuring everything from the Andes mountains to the beautiful beaches along the Atlantic coast .
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Peru
[noun]

a country in western South America

Ex: Peru is famous for Machu Picchu , one of the New Seven Wonders of the World .
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Peruvian
[Adjective]

referring to anything or anyone that is related to or originates from Peru

Ex: Many Peruvian musicians play traditional instruments like the charango and pan flute .
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Aymara
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a language spoken by the Aymara people, primarily in the Andes region of South America, particularly in Bolivia, Peru, and Chile

Ex: Aymara is a language that reflects the culture and history of its speakers.
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Quechua
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a family of indigenous languages spoken primarily in the Andes region of South America, especially in Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Colombia, and the language of the ancient Inca Empire

Ex: Quechua is often spoken during festivals and ceremonies to maintain cultural traditions .
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to continuously expose someone to something, such as information, questions, or criticisms

Ex: The marketing team decided bombard the target audience with advertisements to increase brand awareness .
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to undertake a risky or daring journey or course of action

Ex: ventured deep into the mountains , hoping to find a hidden treasure .
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to precisely locate or identify something or someone

Ex: They couldpinpoint the exact time the event occurred .
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to stalk
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to follow, watch, or pursue someone persistently and often secretly, causing them fear or discomfort

Ex: The thriller novel depicted a chilling story of an obsessed individual who stalk their victims relentlessly .
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to reject or disown something previously accepted or claimed, often in a formal or public manner

Ex: After the scandal , renounced her association with the company .
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kin
[noun]

a person's family and relatives

Ex: I have n’t seen kin in years , but we still keep in touch .
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a contractual agreement that grants a company or individual the right to operate a subsidiary business, such as a store or a kiosk, within the premises of another business or organization

Ex: concession for a mobile phone service kiosk was granted in the train station .
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gambit
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a strategic action or remark that is used to gain an advantage, particularly in the early stages of a situation, game, conversation, etc.

Ex: The detectivegambit to mislead the suspect paid off during the investigation .
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frisson
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a sudden, intense, and pleasurable feeling of excitement, shiver, fear, or thrill, often accompanied by a tingling sensation on the skin

Ex: The horror movie induced frisson of terror in the audience .
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stature
[noun]

the height of a person or animal when standing upright

Ex: He had a stature, which made him stand out in the crowd .
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a familiar place or location, particularly one where someone often goes to or spends time in

Ex: The downtown area transforms into a stomping ground during the annual street festival , attracting visitors from far and wide .
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accurately
[Adverb]

in a way that has no errors or mistakes

Ex: The weather forecast predicted the accurately for the week .
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robustly
[Adverb]

in a way that is strong, sturdy, or capable of withstanding force or pressure

Ex: They handled the unexpected robustly, adapting quickly to new circumstances .
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jaded
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worn out or tired, especially after excessive work or activity

Ex: jaded expressions on their faces showed they had lost interest in the discussion .
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encroaching
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gradually and subtly intruding upon or taking over something else, often to the point of causing harm or damage

Ex: He noticed the encroaching weeds taking over his garden.
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diminutive
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much smaller than what is normal

Ex: They diminutive cupcakes at the tea party , each one decorated with intricate frosting designs .
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