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

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

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

pet [noun]

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

Ex: In the pet store , you can find various types of pets , such as birds , rodents , and reptiles .

positive [adjective]

achieving success or progress

Ex: The company experienced positive growth after implementing new strategies .

trait [noun]

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

Ex: Honesty is one of her most admirable traits .

playful [adjective]

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

Ex: Emily 's playful personality brightens up any room she enters , always ready with a joke or a playful prank .

affectionate [adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: The couple shared an affectionate embrace after being apart for weeks .

gentle [adjective]

showing kindness and empathy toward others

Ex: He has a gentle nature , always treating others with kindness and understanding .

good-natured [adjective]

displaying kindness and patience when interacting with others

Ex: Despite the stressful situation , he remained good-natured and patient with everyone involved .

low-maintenance [adjective]

(of a person) requiring little care or attention

Ex: His car is low-maintenance , needing only basic oil changes .

loyal [adjective]

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

Ex: The loyal friend stood by his side through thick and thin , offering unwavering support .

devoted [adjective]

expressing much attention and love toward someone or something

Ex: She was a devoted mother , always putting her children 's needs above her own .

protective [adjective]

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

Ex: His protective instincts kicked in when he saw the danger , prompting him to shield his loved ones from harm .

negative [adjective]

having an unpleasant or harmful effect on someone or something

Ex: The report highlighted the negative impact of pollution on wildlife .

high-strung [adjective]

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

Ex: She is a high-strung person who gets stressed over small details .

excitable [adjective]

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

Ex: Children tend to be more excitable than adults , often showing great joy and excitement over simple things .

costly [adjective]

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

Ex: The decision to renovate the kitchen was a costly undertaking .

destructive [adjective]

causing a lot of damage or harm

Ex: The destructive hurricane left a trail of devastation in its wake .

filthy [adjective]

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

Ex: The kitchen floor was filthy , with food crumbs and spills covering its surface .

high-maintenance [adjective]

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

Ex: She ’s a high-maintenance person who expects constant attention and care .

aggressive [adjective]

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

Ex: He became aggressive during arguments , raising his voice and making threatening gestures .

Summit 1B
Unit 6 - Preview	Unit 6 - Lesson 2	Unit 6 - Lesson 3	Unit 7 - Lesson 1
Unit 7 - Lesson 4	Unit 8 - Lesson 2	Unit 8 - Lesson 3	Unit 9 - Lesson 1
Unit 9 - Lesson 3	Unit 10 - Preview	Unit 10 - Lesson 1	Unit 10 - Lesson 4