Headway - Advanced - Unit 12

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 12 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "staggering", "ordeal", "deranged", etc.

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Headway - Advanced
metaphorical [adjective]

using a word, phrase, etc. not for its ordinary meaning, but for the idea or symbol that it represents or suggests

Ex: The artist 's paintings were metaphorical representations of the human condition .
language [noun]

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

Ex: She practices speaking the language with native speakers to improve her fluency .
to fuel [verb]

to provide the energy or inspiration needed to drive or enhance a specific activity or process

Ex: The new research findings fueled the scientists ' curiosity .
to fire [verb]

to arouse, provoke, or inspire strong emotion, enthusiasm, or imagination

Ex: The idea of winning the competition fired her determination to succeed .
shining [adjective]

radiating light or brightness, whether natural or artificial

Ex:

to cause a person or thing to come across as less significant

Ex: The grandeur of the ancient temple overshadowed the smaller shrines nearby .
to spark [verb]

to trigger or ignite a reaction, response, or action, often by provoking or inspiring someone or something to action

Ex: The new policy announcement sparked intense discussions and debates within the organization .
flash [noun]

a sudden moment of clear understanding

Ex:
shady [adjective]

having a suspicious or dishonest quality

Ex: The shady circumstances surrounding the donation raised eyebrows among the community members .
bright [adjective]

capable of thinking and learning in a good and quick way

Ex: They were proud of their daughter , who was known for being bright and ambitious .
to flood [verb]

to become covered or filled by water

Ex: The dam was built to prevent the lake from flooding the surrounding neighborhoods during heavy rainfall .
bland [adjective]

unremarkable and lacking in distinctive or interesting qualities

Ex: His performance was disappointingly bland , lacking the charisma needed to captivate the audience .
half-baked [adjective]

(of people) lacking in intelligence or common sense, and as a result, one's ideas or actions seem foolish or absurd

Ex: Only a half-baked person would argue with the referee over a clear foul .

something that is worth thinking about or considering deeply

Ex: The documentary presented a different perspective on the issue , offering viewers valuable food for thought .

a subject or issue that is currently trending or receiving a lot of attention and discussion

Ex: Artificial intelligence is a hot topic in the tech industry right now .
peak [adjective]

indicating the highest or maximum point or level of something

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obsessed [adjective]

having or showing excessive or uncontrollable worry or interest in something

Ex: The obsessed fan had a shrine dedicated to their favorite celebrity , collecting every piece of memorabilia available .
staggering [adjective]

so large or impressive that it is difficult to comprehend or believe

Ex: The damage caused by the storm was staggering , leaving many homes destroyed .

(of a person) to fall and become unconscious

Ex: A sudden drop in blood pressure caused her to collapse during the meeting .

to recover from an illness, a serious operation, or other difficult situations

Ex: After a prolonged illness , she pulled through , surprising everyone with her strength and resilience .

to allow a patient to leave the hospital because they have recovered and no longer need to receive inpatient care

Ex: After a week of observation , the doctor deemed the patient well enough to be discharged from the hospital .
priority [noun]

the fact or condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others

Ex: The firefighter ’s first priority was to save the trapped residents .

to tremble or shake involuntarily, often as a result of fear, cold, or excitement

Ex: The unexpected sight of the ghostly figure caused everyone to shudder involuntarily .

the motion of an object or person falling solely under the influence of gravity

Ex: During the free fall , he felt like time was moving slowly .
to stall [verb]

to cease to make progress or move forward

Ex: The negotiations stalled after the first round of talks .
deranged [adjective]

incapable of behaving normally or thinking clearly due to mental illness

Ex: The plot of the movie follows a deranged villain who seeks revenge .

a collection of devices and tools used to physically restrain and control a person's movement, typically for medical or safety reasons

Ex: The restraint kit included straps and soft restraints to ensure comfort and safety .
subdued [adjective]

restrained or toned down in style, quality, or intensity

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to reel [verb]

to have trouble keeping one's balance and be at the risk of falling

Ex: As the ship encountered rough waves , passengers began to reel .
ordeal [noun]

a difficult or painful experience, often one that lasts long and requires great effort and endurance to overcome

Ex: The survivors described their ordeal in detail during the interview .
closure [noun]

the final resolution of a situation or the reaching of a definitive conclusion or agreement

Ex: The police gave the family closure by solving the case .

to have some understanding or knowledge of something

Ex: I do n’t have the foggiest idea how to fix this computer .
breeze [noun]

something that is easy to do or accomplish

Ex: The task was a breeze for him , as he had done it many times before .

a romantic relationship that develops quickly and intensely, often with a sense of spontaneity and excitement

Ex: They did n’t expect a whirlwind romance , but it happened anyway .

to move slowly and with great effort, as if walking through deep mud

Ex: He tried to run through treacle , but the thick mud made it impossible to move fast .

a person who is experiencing intense feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety, or any other strong emotion that causes them to feel overwhelmed and unable to function normally

Ex: Losing her job left her feeling like an emotional wreck for weeks .