pattern

Headway - Advanced - Unit 11

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "yearning", "rampant", "bigoted", etc.

Review

Flashcards

Spelling

Quiz

Start learning
Headway - Advanced
fancy
fancy
[Adjective]

elaborate or sophisticated in style, often designed to impress

Ex: She wore a fancy gown to the ball, adorned with intricate lace and jewels. 
Close
Sign in
posh
posh
[Adjective]

fashionably fancy, often associated with wealth and high social standing

Ex: The posh restaurant was known for its gourmet cuisine and chic ambiance. 
Close
Sign in
to brag
to brag
[Verb]

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, possessions, etc. often in exaggerated manner

Ex: Unable to contain his excitement, he began to brag about the promotion he received at work. 
Close
Sign in
to boast
to boast
[Verb]

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, abilities, etc. in order to draw the attention of others

Ex: During the interview, the candidate couldn't help but boast about their extensive experience and impressive track record 
Close
Sign in
limited
limited
[Adjective]

restricted in scope, extent, or degree

Ex: The hotel offers limited amenities compared to larger resorts. 
Close
Sign in
confined
confined
[Adjective]

restricted or limited in space, area, or movement

Ex: The dog was confined to the backyard because of the broken fence. 
Close
Sign in
result
result
[noun]

something that is caused by something else

Ex: The medication had the desired result of reducing the patient's symptoms. 
Close
Sign in
consequence

a phenomenon or event that follows from and is caused by a previous action or occurrence

Ex: Flooding was a consequence of the heavy rains. 
Close
Sign in
yearning
yearning
[noun]

a strong feeling of longing, desire or craving for something or someone

Ex: She felt a yearning to return to her childhood home. 
Close
Sign in
thirst
thirst
[noun]

an intense desire or craving for something

Ex: She had a thirst for knowledge that drove her studies. 
Close
Sign in
advantage
advantage
[noun]

a benefit or gain resulting from something

Close
Sign in
benefit
benefit
[noun]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

Ex: One of the main benefits of exercise is improved mental health. 
Close
Sign in
uncontrolled
uncontrolled
[Adjective]

lacking regulation, restraint, or governance, resulting in chaos, disorder, or wildness

Ex: The uncontrolled use of fireworks can pose a danger to public safety. 
Close
Sign in
rampant
rampant
[Adjective]

characterized by unchecked, aggressive, or uncontrollable behavior

Ex: Crime was rampant in the city after the blackout. 
Close
Sign in
garment
garment
[noun]

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

Ex: The designer created a stunning garment that was the highlight of the fashion show. 
Close
Sign in
outfit
outfit
[noun]

a set of clothes that one wears together, especially for an event or occasion

Ex: She carefully selected her outfit for the interview, wanting to make a good impression. 
Close
Sign in
complicated
complicated
[Adjective]

involving many different parts or elements that make something difficult to understand or deal with

Ex: The legal case was complicated, involving numerous laws and regulations. 
Close
Sign in
complex
complex
[Adjective]

not easy to understand or analyze

Ex: The human brain is incredibly complex, with its functions still not fully understood. 
Close
Sign in
baffled
baffled
[Adjective]

completely confused, often due to something that is difficult to explain or understand

Ex: She was baffled by the sudden change in his behavior. 
Close
Sign in
perplexed
perplexed
[Adjective]

confused or puzzled, often because of a complex or difficult situation or problem

Ex: She looked perplexed when asked an unexpected question. 
Close
Sign in
second-rate
second-rate
[Adjective]

having an inferior quality or ranking, especially when compared to others of its kind

Ex: The hotel was second-rate, with outdated furnishings and poor service. 
Close
Sign in
mediocre
mediocre
[Adjective]

substandard or below average

Ex: The cake was mediocre, dry and almost inedible. 
Close
Sign in
fashion
fashion
[noun]

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

Ex: Fashion trends can vary greatly depending on the region and culture. 
Close
Sign in
trend
trend
[noun]

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

Ex: This trend has influenced how people dress at work. 
Close
Sign in
old
old
[Adjective]

(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time

Ex: He fixed an old clock that had stopped ticking. 
Close
Sign in
ancient
ancient
[Adjective]

having existed for an extended period of time

Ex: He visited an ancient castle, marveling at its medieval architecture. 
Close
Sign in
antique
antique
[Adjective]

old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

Ex: With its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance, the antique furniture in the room added a touch of elegance to the decor. 
Close
Sign in
current
current
[Adjective]

happening or existing in the present time

Ex: The current economic conditions are challenging for many businesses. 
Close
Sign in
original
original
[Adjective]

existing at the start of a specific period or process

Ex: The gardens have recently been restored to their original glory. 
Close
Sign in
up-to-date
up-to-date
[Adjective]

conforming to the latest trends or fashion

Ex: The boutique carries only up-to-date fashion, with the latest trends from Paris. 
Close
Sign in
antiquated
antiquated
[Adjective]

no longer useful, accepted, or relevant to modern times

Ex: The antiquated machinery in the factory struggled to keep up with the demands of modern production. 
Close
Sign in
fair
fair
[Adjective]

treating everyone equally and in a right or acceptable way

Ex: All students are treated equally by her because she is a fair teacher. 
Close
Sign in
biased
biased
[Adjective]

having a preference or unfair judgment toward one side or viewpoint over others

Ex: The journalist's article was criticized for being biased towards a particular political party. 
Close
Sign in
unjust
unjust
[Adjective]

not fair or reasonable, lacking equality and fairness in treatment or decision-making

Ex: The court's decision to convict him without sufficient evidence was unjust. 
Close
Sign in
impartial
impartial
[Adjective]

not favoring a particular party in a way that enables one to act or decide fairly

Ex: The mediator remained impartial throughout the negotiations to ensure a fair outcome. 
Close
Sign in
bigoted
bigoted
[Adjective]

having strong, unreasonable, and unfair opinions or attitudes, especially about a particular race or religion, and refusing to listen to different opinions or ideas

Ex: His bigoted remarks about people from other cultures caused an uproar at the meeting. 
Close
Sign in
balanced
balanced
[Adjective]

evenly distributed or in a state of stability

Ex: She maintained a balanced diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, and proteins. 
Close
Sign in
objective
objective
[Adjective]

based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or judgments

Ex: The journalist strived to provide an objective report, presenting the facts without bias. 
Close
Sign in
perfect
perfect
[Adjective]

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

Ex: He's the perfect candidate for the job with all his experience. 
Close
Sign in
flawed
flawed
[Adjective]

having imperfections, errors, or weaknesses

Ex: Despite its flawed design, the vintage car still held sentimental value for its owner. 
Close
Sign in
faulty
faulty
[Adjective]

not working properly or as intended

Ex: The car was recalled due to faulty brakes that posed a safety risk. 
Close
Sign in
faultless
faultless
[Adjective]

containing no errors at all

Ex: Her presentation was faultless, and everyone was impressed. 
Close
Sign in
immaculate
immaculate
[Adjective]

free from errors, mistakes, or faults

Ex: She presented an immaculate report, with no mistakes at all. 
Close
Sign in
impeccable
impeccable
[Adjective]

without any mistakes or errors

Ex: His impeccable timing made him a skilled musician. 
Close
Sign in
important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
Close
Sign in
trivial
trivial
[Adjective]

having little or no importance

Ex: The meeting was delayed by trivial issues that could have been resolved quickly. 
Close
Sign in
critical
critical
[Adjective]

extremely important or necessary

Ex: During the negotiation, reaching a compromise on the key issues was critical to reaching a mutually beneficial agreement. 
Close
Sign in
urgent
urgent
[Adjective]

needing immediate action or attention

Ex: The patient's condition is urgent, and they need to see a doctor right away. 
Close
Sign in
petty
petty
[Adjective]

having little significance

Ex: The argument stemmed from a petty disagreement over office supplies. 
Close
Sign in
frivolous
frivolous
[Adjective]

having a lack of depth or concern for serious matters

Ex: His frivolous attitude towards his studies often landed him in trouble with his teachers. 
Close
Sign in
the usual stuff

things that are typical, common, or routine

Ex: He was late again, just the usual stuff. 
Close
Sign in
(great|good|lovely) stuff
great stuff
[phrase]

used to express approval or praise for someone's accomplishments, efforts, or ideas

Ex: You just finished your book? Great stuff! I can't wait to read it. 
Close
Sign in
synonym
synonym
[noun]

a word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase in the same language

Ex: "Happy"" is a synonym for "joyful." 
Close
Sign in
to [be] made of (sterner|tougher) stuff

to have a stronger and more determined character or to be more resilient in the face of difficulty

Ex: In times of crisis, leaders must be made of sterner stuff to inspire confidence and action. 
Close
Sign in
stuff happens
stuff happens
[sentence]

used to say that things can happen unexpectedly or unplanned, and sometimes there is nothing we can do about it

Close
Sign in
that is the stuff

used to convey satisfaction, approval, or encouragement towards something, such as a good performance, a successful task, or a delicious food or drink

Ex: Ah, that's the stuff. Nothing like a cold beer after a long day's work. 
Close
Sign in
to [know] {one's} stuff

to be very knowledgeable about or skillful in a particular field of work

Ex: You can tell the new mechanic really knows his stuff. 
Close
Sign in
antonym
antonym
[noun]

a word or phrase that has an opposite or contrasting meaning to another word or phrase

Ex: "Day" and "night" are classic antonyms, contrasting the two times of day. 
Close
Sign in
function
function
[noun]

the purpose or intended use of something

Ex: The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects. 
Close
Sign in
feature
feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The new smartphone boasts a high-resolution screen as its standout feature. 
Close
Sign in
machine
machine
[noun]

any piece of equipment that is mechanical, electric, etc. and performs a particular task

Ex: The factory installed new machines to increase production efficiency. 
Close
Sign in
appliance
appliance
[noun]

a machine or piece of equipment, especially electrical equipment, such as washing machine, dishwasher, etc. that is used for a particular task

Ex: The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances like a dishwasher and microwave. 
Close
Sign in
choice
choice
[noun]

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

Ex: The menu offered a wide choice of dishes. 
Close
Sign in
option
option
[noun]

something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives

Ex: You have the option to choose between different colors for your new car. 
Close
Sign in
consumer
consumer
[noun]

someone who buys and uses services or goods

Ex: As a consumer, she prefers products that are eco-friendly and sustainable. 
Close
Sign in
shopper
shopper
[noun]

someone who goes to shops or online platforms to buy something

Ex: The shopper carefully inspected each item on the shelves before selecting the perfect gift for her friend's birthday. 
Close
Sign in
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app