Summit 1B - Unit 6 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - Lesson 2 in the Summit 1B coursebook, such as "affectionate", "gentle", "destructive", etc.

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to describe

[Verb]

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

Ex: The scientist used graphs and charts to describe the research findings .

pet

[noun]

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

Ex: My friend has multiple pets, including a dog , a bird , and a cat .

positive

[Adjective]

achieving success or progress

Ex: The city saw a positive shift in public opinion following the new policy .

trait

[noun]

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

Ex: His sense of humor was a trait that made him beloved by his friends .

playful

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Even in stressful situations , she maintains a playful attitude , finding joy in the little moments .

affectionate

[Adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: They exchanged affectionate glances across the room , their love for each other evident in their eyes .

gentle

[Adjective]

showing kindness and empathy toward others

Ex: The gentle nature of the horse made it easy to ride .

good-natured

[Adjective]

displaying kindness and patience when interacting with others

Ex: The good-natured stranger helped the elderly woman cross the busy street .

low-maintenance

[Adjective]

(of a person) requiring little care or attention

Ex: Low-maintenance pets, like fish, are perfect for busy people.

loyal

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The loyal companion never wavered in their devotion to their owner , offering unconditional love and companionship .

devoted

[Adjective]

expressing much attention and love toward someone or something

Ex: The dog was devoted to its owner , following them everywhere and eagerly awaiting their return home .

protective

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The mother 's protective nature emerged when she sensed a threat to her children 's safety , prompting her to act swiftly .

negative

[Adjective]

having an unpleasant or harmful effect on someone or something

Ex: The movie received mixed reviews , with many pointing out its negative elements .

high-strung

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her high-strung nature means she often worries about things that might never happen .

excitable

[Adjective]

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

Ex: She was so excitable that she started clapping when she saw the gift .

costly

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The university tuition fees were too costly for many students , so they sought scholarships or financial aid .

destructive

[Adjective]

causing a lot of damage or harm

Ex: Her destructive habits of procrastination hindered her academic success .

filthy

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The dog returned from playing outside , its fur filthy with mud and dirt .

high-maintenance

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The designer dress was beautiful but very high-maintenance, needing special cleaning .

aggressive

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He had a reputation for his aggressive playing style on the sports field .

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Summit 1B - Unit 6 - Lesson 2