Headway - Advanced - Unit 9

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 in the Headway Advanced coursebook, such as "apprentice", "scrawl", "amok", etc.

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Headway - Advanced
song [noun]

a piece of music that has words

Ex: The band is known for their rock songs with powerful lyrics .
rhyme [noun]

agreement between the sound or the ending of a word and another word

Ex: The children enjoyed making up rhymes during their playtime .
rhythm [noun]

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

Ex: The rhythm of the song made everyone want to dance .
lead [noun]

a role or position of guiding or influencing others by taking initiative or setting an example for others to follow

Ex:
singer [noun]

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: The lead singer of the band is also its songwriter .
guitar [noun]

a musical instrument, usually with six strings, that we play by pulling the strings with our fingers or with a plectrum

Ex: They play the guitar together during jam sessions .
keyboard [noun]

a type of electronic musical instrument with keys like those of a piano, which is able to make many different sounds

Ex: The keyboard has a wide range of sounds , from classic piano to electronic beats .

a musician or performer who sings or plays music in public places, such as streets, parks, and squares, often to earn money

Ex: She was known as the street singer who always performed near the café .

someone who works for a skilled person for a specific period of time to learn their skills, usually earning a low income

Ex: At the pottery studio , each artist has their own apprentice .
mechanic [noun]

a person whose job is repairing and maintaining motor vehicles and machinery

Ex: He has been a skilled mechanic for over 20 years .
hill [noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: The cycling race included a tough hill climb .
valley [noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: The valley was covered in a blanket of snow in the winter .
mountain [noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: The mountain provided a natural barrier between the two valleys .
idea [noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: Let 's brainstorm and come up with creative ideas for the marketing campaign .
mind [noun]

the ability in a person that makes them think, feel, or imagine

Ex: His sharp mind allowed him to excel in academic pursuits .
view [noun]

a particular way of seeing or understanding something

Ex: He offered a view that considered long-term effects .
wheat [noun]

the common grain that is used in making flour, taken from a cereal grass which is green and tall

Ex: The farmer harvested wheat from the fields to produce flour for local bakeries .
barley [noun]

a single seed or grain of the cereal plant barley

Ex:
corn [noun]

a tall plant with large yellow seeds that grow together on a cob, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable or animal food

Ex: The children played in a maze cut into a field of corn .
thing [noun]

an object that we cannot or do not need to name when we are talking about it

Ex: She always carries a small thing to write down her thoughts .
deed [noun]

an action or behavior that someone does

Ex: The deed was recorded in the history books as a turning point .
riot [noun]

a situation when a group of people behave violently, particularly as a protest

Ex: The police were called to the scene to control the riot that had broken out in the city center .

a warship that can operate both on and under water

Ex: Crew members aboard the submarine undergo rigorous training to operate and maintain its advanced systems .
train [noun]

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

Ex: He prefers traveling by train because it ’s more relaxing than driving .
plane [noun]

a winged flying vehicle driven by one or more engines

Ex: The noise of the plane taking off echoed across the runway .

to write something hastily or carelessly in a messy and illegible manner

Ex: During the brainstorming session , ideas were scrawled across the whiteboard , creating a visual representation of the creative process .
to smash [verb]

to hit or collide something with great force and intensity

Ex: The reckless teenager smashed his parents ' car into a telephone pole during the joyride .
to act [verb]

to do something for a special reason

Ex: The detective had to act swiftly to prevent the suspect from escaping .
to debut [verb]

to introduce something or someone to the public for the first time

Ex: The artist debuted her new collection at the gallery opening .
amok [adverb]

in a chaotic manner, involving reckless or disruptive behavior

Ex: The party guests went amok once the music started , dancing on tables and tossing confetti .
wild [adjective]

(of an animal or plant) living or growing in a natural state, without any human interference

Ex: The dense jungle provides shelter for many wild creatures .
tactile [adjective]

relating to the sense of touch or the ability to perceive objects by touch

Ex: Blind individuals rely heavily on tactile cues to navigate their surroundings and interact with objects .
compulsive [adjective]

(of a behavior or action) driven by an irresistible urge, often repetitive or excessive

Ex: Their compulsive need to constantly check their phone for notifications interfered with their ability to focus on tasks .
stunned [adjective]

feeling so shocked or surprised that one is incapable of acting in a normal way

Ex: The stunned expression on his face revealed his disbelief at the incredible coincidence .
primeval [adjective]

related to a distant past

Ex: The region is home to primeval landscapes that have remained unchanged for millennia .
self-conscious [adjective]

embarrassed or worried about one's appearance or actions

Ex: As a teenager , she was incredibly self-conscious about her braces and avoided smiling in public .
haywire [adjective]

being in a chaotic or disorganized state

Ex:

the establishment of a legal right or claim to something through long-term use or enjoyment, as defined by law

Ex: The farmer established prescription to the stream after decades of irrigation rights .

the quality of acting quickly and without thinking carefully

Ex: Impetuosity often results in mistakes that could be avoided with patience .

to move back or withdraw to a safer or more comfortable place, especially to avoid something unpleasant

Ex: Birds often retreat to their nests during heavy rain .

the state or act of accepting defeat and not having a choice but to obey the person in the position of power

Ex: The conquered nation was brought to submission , agreeing to all the terms imposed by the victors .
kinship [noun]

a feeling of connection or similarity between people, groups, or things, based on shared qualities or experiences

Ex: They shared a kinship with those who fought for justice .
howling [noun]

the loud, prolonged cry of an animal, person, or the wind

Ex: The blizzard ’s howling was so intense it drowned out their voices .
to stir [verb]

to cause a reaction or disturbance in someone's emotional state

Ex: The unexpected news seemed to stir a mix of excitement and anxiety in the crowd .
to belly [verb]

to move or push something in a way that causes it to swell, bulge, or curve outward, often like a belly

Ex:
to play [verb]

to assign someone to assume a particular role and position and take part in a match

Ex: The coach played a reliable goalkeeper to secure the team 's defense in the match .
attitude [noun]

the typical way a person thinks or feels about something or someone, often affecting their behavior and decisions

Ex: He approached the project with a can-do attitude , inspiring his team to work diligently towards success .

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

Ex:
station [noun]

a place or building where we can get on or off a train or bus

Ex:
dementia [noun]

a mental condition that happens when the brain is damaged by disease or injury, causing memory loss and impairing the ability to think or make decisions

Ex: The doctor explained that dementia can affect both short-term and long-term memory .

to spend time in a place, often without a specific purpose or activity

Ex: On weekends , they often hang around the mall , browsing shops and chatting .

to have an illness or disease

Ex: Access to quality healthcare is crucial for those who suffer from chronic illnesses , ensuring timely diagnosis and effective treatment .

to encounter someone or something unexpectedly

Ex: The archaeologists came upon ancient artifacts while excavating the site .