Headway - Upper Intermediate - Everyday English (Unit 11)

Here you will find the vocabulary from Everyday English Unit 11 in the Headway Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "ideally", "after all", "presumably", etc.

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apparently [adverb]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

Ex: Apparently , the train is delayed due to technical issues .

actually [adverb]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

Ex: She claimed to have visited many countries , and actually , she 's been to every continent .

personally [adverb]

used to show that the opinion someone is giving comes from their own viewpoint

Ex: While some people enjoy busy cities , I , personally , find solace in the tranquility of rural areas .

surely [adverb]

in a manner showing absolute confidence in the statement

Ex: The train will surely arrive on time ; it 's known for its punctuality .

at least [adverb]

even if nothing else is done or true

Ex: The restaurant was crowded , but at least we got a table near the window .

still [adverb]

despite what has been said or done

Ex:

honestly [adverb]

in a way that emphasizes sincerity of belief or opinion

Ex: We honestly do n't have enough time to finish it today .

anyway [adverb]

used when ending a conversation, or changing, or returning to a subject

Ex:

presumably [adverb]

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

Ex: The CEO 's sudden resignation is presumably linked to the company 's financial challenges .

probably [adverb]

used to show likelihood or possibility without absolute certainty

Ex: It will probably rain later in the evening , so bring an umbrella .

ideally [adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: In a healthy relationship , ideally , both partners share mutual respect and open communication .

definitely [adverb]

in a certain way

Ex: We are definitely going on vacation next month .

obviously [adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The traffic light turned red , so obviously , we had to stop the car .

hopefully [adverb]

used for expressing that one hopes something will happen

Ex: The new project is in progress , and hopefully , it will contribute significantly to the company 's success .

certainly [adverb]

in an assured manner, leaving no room for doubt

Ex: I will certainly consider your suggestion for the project .

basically [adverb]

used to state one's opinion while emphasizing or summarizing its most important aspects

Ex: Basically , she 's saying that we need to try harder .

absolutely [adverb]

in a total or complete way

Ex: They absolutely believed in the cause .

by and large [adverb]

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

Ex: By and large , the company 's policies are fair and equitable for all employees .

as a matter of fact [phrase]

used to introduce a statement that presents a truth or reality, often to clarify or emphasize something

Ex: He claimed it was the largest in the city , but as a matter of fact , there are several larger buildings in the downtown area .

all the same {~noun} [phrase]

despite what has been said or done

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after all [adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides a reason or justification

Ex: He was n't sure if he should accept the job offer , but after all , it came with a higher salary .

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