Summit 1B "Unit 6 - Lesson 2" Vocabulary

to describe

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to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

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He used metaphors to describe the power of nature in his poem.

She described her feelings of excitement before the big event.

Grammatical Information:

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pet

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an animal such as a dog or cat that we keep and care for at home

positive

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achieving success or progress

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trait

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a distinguishing quality or characteristic, especially one that forms part of someone's personality or identity

playful

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cheerful and full of fun, enjoying activities that are light-hearted and amusing

unplayful

affectionate

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expressing love and care

gentle

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showing kindness and empathy toward others

good-natured

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displaying kindness and patience when interacting with others

ill-natured

low-maintenance

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/lˈoʊmˈeɪntənəns/

(of a person) requiring little care or attention

loyal

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showing firm and constant support to a person, organization, cause, or belief

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devoted

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expressing much attention and love toward someone or something

protective

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(of a thing or type of behavior) appropriate for or intended to defend one against damage or harm

unprotective

negative

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having an unpleasant or harmful effect on someone or something

high-strung

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/hˈaɪstɹˈʌŋ/

easily upset or nervous, especially due to being too sensitive or emotional

excitable

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likely to show intense happiness and enthusiasm when experiencing something new or interesting

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costly

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costing much money, often more than one is willing to pay

destructive

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causing a lot of damage or harm

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filthy

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very dirty, especially because of being covered with dirt, dust, or harmful substances

high-maintenance

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/hˈaɪmˈeɪntənəns/

requiring a lot of time, effort, or care; mostly due to being difficult to please

aggressive

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behaving in an angry way and having a tendency to be violent

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