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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
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 politician's speech was filled with metaphorical references to the journey of the nation. 
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language
language
[noun]

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

Ex: He wants to become bilingual and speak multiple languages fluently. 
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to fuel
to fuel
[Verb]

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

Ex: The coach's speech fueled the team's determination to win. 
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to fire
to fire
[Verb]

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

Ex: The documentary about climate change fired her passion for environmental activism. 
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shining
shining
[Adjective]

radiating light or brightness, whether natural or artificial

Ex: The shining sun illuminated the entire landscape. 
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to overshadow

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

Ex: His older brother's achievements in sports overshadowed his own academic success in the family. 
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to spark
to spark
[Verb]

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

Ex: The passionate speech by the leader sparked a wave of enthusiasm among the crowd. 
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flash
flash
[noun]

a sudden moment of clear understanding

Ex: She felt a flash of insight during the lecture. 
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to dawn
to dawn
[Verb]

to become clear to the mind

Ex: The truth dawned gradually as she read the letter. 
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shady
shady
[Adjective]

having a suspicious or dishonest quality

Ex: The shady deal offered by the contractor made everyone skeptical about its legitimacy. 
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bright
bright
[Adjective]

capable of thinking and learning in a good and quick way

Ex: The teacher recognized him as a bright student with a natural curiosity for learning. 
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to flood
to flood
[Verb]

to become covered or filled by water

Ex: Emergency services were on high alert as the storm threatened to flood the coastal towns. 
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bland
bland
[Adjective]

unremarkable and lacking in distinctive or interesting qualities

Ex: His speech was bland, failing to offer any memorable or engaging points. 
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half-baked
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 individual would attempt to build a house without a blueprint. 
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food for thought

something that is worth thinking about or considering deeply

Ex: The thought-provoking article provided plenty of food for thought, prompting readers to reconsider their perspectives. 
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to [bite] off more than {sb} (can|could) chew

to attempt to do something that is beyond one's capability

Ex: He bit off more than he could chew when he agreed to manage three projects at once. 
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hot topic
hot topic
[noun]

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

Ex: Climate change has become a hot topic in political debates. 
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cloud [hang] over {sb}

a sense of gloom, worry, doubt, or uncertainty that follows or affects someone

Ex: The threat of losing his job hung over him like a dark cloud. 
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peak
peak
[Adjective]

indicating the highest or maximum point or level of something

Ex: During rush hour, traffic congestion reaches its peak level. 
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obsessed
obsessed
[Adjective]

having or showing excessive or uncontrollable worry or interest in something

Ex: She was obsessed with cleanliness, constantly cleaning and disinfecting every surface in her home. 
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staggering
staggering
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The amount of work required for the project was staggering, but they managed it. 
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to collapse

(of a person) to fall and become unconscious

Ex: Exhausted from the intense heat, he collapsed on the sidewalk and lost consciousness. 
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to pull through

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

Ex: Despite the odds, the patient pulled through after a complex surgery and is now in stable condition. 
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to discharge

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

Ex: The doctor discharged the patient from the hospital after a successful surgery and confirmed recovery. 
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priority
priority
[noun]

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

Ex: Safety is always a top priority in our workplace. 
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to shudder

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

Ex: The eerie sound in the haunted house made her shudder with fear. 
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free fall
free fall
[noun]

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

Ex: The rock fell in free fall, picking up speed as it dropped. 
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to stall
to stall
[Verb]

to cease to make progress or move forward

Ex: The project stalled when the team ran out of resources. 
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deranged
deranged
[Adjective]

incapable of behaving normally or thinking clearly due to mental illness

Ex: His deranged behavior alarmed everyone at the party. 
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restraint kit

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

Ex: The nurse kept the restraint kit nearby in case of an emergency. 
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subdued
subdued
[Adjective]

restrained or toned down in style, quality, or intensity

Ex: The room had a subdued atmosphere, with soft lighting and quiet music. 
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to reel
to reel
[Verb]

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

Ex: After spinning around rapidly, the dancer began to reel, struggling to regain their balance. 
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ordeal
ordeal
[noun]

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

Ex: Climbing the mountain was an ordeal that tested their physical and mental limits. 
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closure
closure
[noun]

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

Ex: She needed closure to stop thinking about the past. 
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to [end] on a sour note

to end something in an unpleasant or negative way

Ex: The party ended on a sour note when the guests started arguing. 
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to [have] the foggiest idea

to have some understanding or knowledge of something

Ex: I have the foggiest idea where I left my keys. 
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breeze
breeze
[noun]

something that is easy to do or accomplish

Ex: The exam was a breeze; I finished it in half the time. 
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whirlwind romance

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

Ex: He thought their whirlwind romance was exciting, but it eventually faded. 
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to [run|walk] through treacle

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

Ex: She felt like she was walking through treacle, unable to keep up with the others. 
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emotional wreck

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: After the breakup, she was an emotional wreck, unable to stop crying. 
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