Summit 1B - Unit 9 - Lesson 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Lesson 1 in the Summit 1B coursebook, such as "certainty", "suppose", "probably", etc.

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degree [noun]

a specific extent on a scale that represents the intensity, amount, or level of something

Ex: Her degree of confidence grew as she practiced more .

certainty [noun]

the state of being sure about something, usually when there is proof

Ex: Her certainty about the company 's financial stability allowed her to invest with confidence .

clearly [adverb]

without any uncertainty

Ex: The evidence clearly shows that he was not at the scene of the crime .

obvious [adjective]

noticeable and easily understood

Ex: The reason for her absence was obvious ; she had called in sick earlier .

most [determiner]

used to refer to the largest number or amount

Ex: Most students find this topic challenging .

likely [adjective]

having a possibility of happening or being the case

Ex: Based on recent trends , it 's likely that the company will see an increase in profits next quarter .

probably [adverb]

used to show likelihood or possibility without absolute certainty

Ex: It will probably rain later in the evening , so bring an umbrella .

to bet [verb]

to express confidence or certainty in something happening or being the case

Ex: He 's betting that the new restaurant will become a popular spot in town .

to suppose [verb]

to think or believe that something is possible or true, without being sure

Ex: I suppose the project will be completed on time if everyone stays on track .

maybe [adverb]

used to show uncertainty or hesitation

Ex: The new employee might join our team , but it 's not confirmed , maybe next week .

possible [adjective]

able to exist, happen, or be done

Ex: It is possible to learn a new language at any age .

to wonder [verb]

to want to know about something particular

Ex: The detective could n't help but wonder who the mysterious figure in the photograph could be .