Summit 1B - Unit 8 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - Lesson 2 in the Summit 1B coursebook, such as "lenient", "rebellious", "overprotective", 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 .

parent

[noun]

our mother or our father

Ex: The parents took turns reading bedtime stories to their children every night .

teen

[noun]

someone between the ages of 13 and 19

Ex: Most teens are quite active on social media.

behavior

[noun]

the way that someone acts, particularly in the presence of others

Ex: We are monitoring the patient 's behavior closely for any changes .

too

[Adverb]

more than is acceptable, suitable, or necessary

Ex: The box is too heavy for her to lift .

strict

[Adjective]

(of a person) inflexible and demanding that rules are followed precisely

Ex: Despite her strict demeanor , she was fair and consistent in her enforcement of rules .

lenient

[Adjective]

(of a person) tolerant, flexible, or relaxed in enforcing rules or standards, often forgiving and understanding toward others

Ex: In contrast to his strict predecessor , the new manager took a lenient approach to employee tardiness , focusing more on productivity than punctuality .

overprotective

[Adjective]

(of a person) showing too much care or concern for another person, often in a way that is unreasonable

rebellious

[Adjective]

(of a person) resistant to authority or control, often challenging established norms or rules

Ex: The rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .

spoiled

[Adjective]

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

Ex: It's important for parents to set boundaries to prevent their children from becoming spoiled and entitled.

disrespectful

[Adjective]

behaving or talking in a way that is inconsiderate or offensive to a person or thing

Ex: Talking loudly in the library is considered disrespectful to those trying to study .

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