Summit 1B - Unit 8 - Lesson 3

to expect [verb]

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

Ex: She did n't expect such a warm reception at the event .

expectation [noun]

a belief about what is likely to happen in the future, often based on previous experiences or desires

Ex: Managing expectations is essential in any relationship to avoid disappointment and misunderstandings .

to explain [verb]

to make something clear and easy to understand by giving more information about it

Ex: The video explains how to use the new software step by step .

explanation [noun]

information or details that are given to make something clear or easier to understand

Ex: The teacher 's explanation made the math problem much easier to solve .

to frustrate [verb]

to prevent someone from achieving success, particularly by nullifying their efforts

Ex: The technical issues frustrated the developers ’ work on the new software .

frustration [noun]

the feeling of being impatient, annoyed, or upset because of being unable to do or achieve what is desired

Ex: The constant traffic jams were a source of daily frustration for commuters .

to permit [verb]

to allow something or someone to do something

Ex: The school rules do not permit students to leave campus during lunchtime .

permission [noun]

the action of allowing someone to do a particular thing or letting something happen, particularly in an official way

Ex: Students need permission from the teacher to leave the classroom during lessons .

to develop [verb]

to change and become stronger or more advanced

Ex: Over time , economies can develop and become more resilient to external shocks .

development [noun]

a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

Ex: The child 's language development was impressive for his age .

to involve [verb]

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Ex: The job involves my travelling all over the country .

involvement [noun]

the state of being part of something or having a connection with it

Ex: The company encouraged employees ’ involvement in decision-making .

courteous [adjective]

behaving with politeness and respect

Ex: He responded to the complaint with a courteous and thoughtful reply .

courtesy [noun]

a display of good manners and polite behavior toward other people

Ex: The waiter served the guests with great courtesy and professionalism .

difficult [adjective]

needing a lot of work or skill to do, understand, or deal with

Ex: Memorizing multiplication tables can be difficult for elementary school students .

difficulty [noun]

a challenge or circumstance, typically encountered while trying to reach a goal or finish something

Ex: Despite her hard work , Sarah faced academic difficulties in grasping advanced calculus concepts during her first semester .

responsible [adjective]

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

Ex: The company is responsible for maintaining safety standards in the workplace .

responsibility [noun]

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

Ex: The teacher emphasized the responsibility of students to complete their homework on time .

reliable [adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: Despite challenges , the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations .

reliability [noun]

the level to which something or someone can be counted on

capable [adjective]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

Ex: The capable student excels in academics , consistently achieving high grades .

capability [noun]

the ability or potential of doing something or achieving a certain goal

Ex: She demonstrated her capability by completing the task ahead of schedule .

dependable [adjective]

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

Ex: Despite challenges , the dependable employee consistently meets expectations and delivers quality results .

dependability [noun]

the quality of being reliable and trustworthy

Ex:

disabled [adjective]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

Ex: The disabled veteran is honored for their service and sacrifice .

disability [noun]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

Ex: She overcame her disability to become a successful artist .

fair [adjective]

relatively large in number, amount, or size

Ex: They agreed on a fair price for the antique furniture .

fairness [noun]

the quality of being just or reasonable in treating people and situations

Ex: She argued that the decision was made with complete fairness .

rebellious [adjective]

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

Ex: Despite warnings from the school administration , the rebellious student continued to organize protests against unfair policies .

rebelliousness [noun]

the act of intentionally refusing to obey social norms or authority often with a disrespectful attitude

Ex:

selfish [adjective]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

Ex: The selfish driver cut off other cars in traffic without a second thought .

selfishness [noun]

the quality or state of being excessively focused on oneself, one's own interests, or needs without regard for others.

Ex: Selfishness in relationships can lead to misunderstandings and resentment .

strict [adjective]

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

Ex: The strict coach required players to adhere to a rigorous training schedule .

strictness [noun]

the quality or characteristic of being uncompromising in enforcing rules, regulations, or standards

Ex: Military training is known for its strictness in discipline and physical conditioning .

generous [adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: The host was incredibly generous , offering us plenty of food and drinks .

generosity [noun]

the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

Ex: Generosity is one of the core values of the organization , encouraging members to give back to those in need .

mature [adjective]

fully-grown and physically developed

Ex: Her mature figure was accentuated by the elegant dress she wore , highlighting her curves and sophistication .

maturity [noun]

the period of being physically grown or developed

Ex: The puppy will gain around 10 pounds during maturity .

mobile [adjective]

not fixed and able to move or be moved easily or quickly

Ex: He enjoyed the flexibility of his mobile office setup , allowing him to work from various locations .

mobility [noun]

the ability to move easily or be freely moved from one place, job, etc. to another

Ex: The city 's mobility infrastructure includes well-connected public transportation options .

secure [adjective]

protected and free from any danger or risk

Ex:

security [noun]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

Ex: The company hired additional security to protect the event from any potential threats .

productive [adjective]

producing desired results through effective and efficient use of time, resources, and effort

Ex: The team 's collaboration led to a productive brainstorming session , generating numerous ideas .

productivity [noun]

the state or condition of being productive, or the ability to produce or generate goods, services, or results efficiently and effectively

Ex: She was praised for her productivity in completing the project ahead of schedule .

important [adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Freedom of speech is an important right in democratic societies .

importance [noun]

the quality or state of being significant or having a strong influence on something

Ex: The importance of teamwork was highlighted during the project .

significant [adjective]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

Ex: The new policy had a significant impact on improving workplace productivity .

significance [noun]

the state of being important or worthy of attention

Ex: The significance of teamwork in achieving success can not be ignored .

independent [adjective]

able to do things as one wants without needing help from others

Ex: He 's known for his independent spirit , preferring to work alone rather than in a team .

independence [noun]

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own .

lenient [adjective]

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

Ex: Despite the seriousness of the offense , the judge opted for a lenient sentence , considering the defendant 's remorse and efforts towards rehabilitation .

lenience [noun]

the state of being patient and merciful

Ex: The judge 's lenience in the case surprised many people .

obedient [adjective]

willing to follow rules or commands without resistance or hesitation

Ex: The obedient student always completed assignments on time and followed classroom rules .

obedience [noun]

the action of respecting or following the instructions of someone in authority

Ex: The dog 's obedience to commands was impressive during the training session .

to depend [verb]

to be based on or related with different things that are possible

Ex:

dependence [noun]

the condition of needing someone or something for support, aid, or survival

Ex: The farmer ’s dependence on seasonal rainfall makes his crop yields unpredictable .

dependency [noun]

a situation in which someone or something depends on another for support, survival, or function

Ex: The company ’s profitability was at risk due to its heavy dependency on just one supplier .

to confide [verb]

to share personal thoughts, feelings, or information with someone in private

Ex:

confident [adjective]

having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities

Ex: She 's a confident speaker , never nervous in front of a crowd .

confidently [adverb]

in a manner that shows strong belief in one's own skills or qualities

Ex: They confidently tackled the difficult project without hesitation .

to consider [verb]

to think about or be influenced by other people's feelings before making a decision

Ex: When planning the event , we need to consider everyone 's preferences .

considerate [adjective]

thoughtful of others and their feelings

Ex:

considerately [adverb]

in a manner that shows one cares about feelings, needs, or rights of other people

Ex: He held the door open considerately for the person behind him .

to differentiate [verb]

to recognize the difference present between two people or things

Ex: The two products are clearly differentiated by their packaging and branding .

different [adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: She tried different hairstyles to change her look .

difference [noun]

the way that two or more people or things are different from each other

Ex: Understanding cultural differences is essential when working in a global team .

differentiation [noun]

the act of setting someone or something apart from the others based on their individual traits

Ex: The differentiation of services helped the hotel attract a more diverse clientele .

to attract [verb]

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

Ex: The new advertisement campaign aimed to attract a younger audience with its modern and dynamic approach .

attractive [adjective]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

Ex: The charismatic singer has an attractive voice that captivates the audience .

attraction [noun]

a quality or feature of someone or something that evokes interest, liking, or desire in others

Ex: His sense of humor was an attraction that made him popular among his peers .

attractiveness [noun]

the quality of being sexually appealing

Ex: Attractiveness is not just about physical appearance ; personality plays a key role too .

impatient [adjective]

unable to wait calmly for something or someone, often feeling irritated or frustrated

Ex: The kids became impatient after waiting hours for their turn .

impatiently [adverb]

in a manner that shows eagerness or restlessness for something to happen quickly

Ex: She paced impatiently outside the exam room , hoping for good news .

impatience [noun]

the feeling of being extremely annoyed by things not happening in their due time

Ex: Impatience often leads to poor decision-making .

unfair [adjective]

lacking fairness or justice in treatment or judgment

Ex: Life can be unfair sometimes , giving advantages to some while disadvantaging others .

unfairness [noun]

a situation or treatment that is not just or impartial and that puts someone at a disadvantage

Ex: The unfairness in the system needs to be addressed .

unfairly [adverb]

in a way that lacks justice or equality

Ex: He felt unfairly criticized for mistakes that were not his fault .

closeness [noun]

the state of being near to something in terms of distance or time

Ex: The closeness of the deadline made everyone nervous .

closely [adverb]

without having a lot of space or time in between

Ex: The houses in the neighborhood are built closely , maximizing land use .

close [adjective]

sharing a strong and intimate bond

Ex: The couple had a close partnership , built on trust and mutual respect .

happily [adverb]

with cheerfulness and joy

Ex: She danced happily across the stage after winning .

happy [adjective]

emotionally feeling good or glad

Ex: The students were happy to have a day off from school .

happiness [noun]

the feeling of being happy and well

Ex: The laughter of children filled the room with happiness and joy .

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