Summit 2A - Unit 1 - Lesson 3

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - Lesson 3 in the Summit 2A coursebook, such as "work toward", "realistic", "ambitious", etc.

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to fulfill [verb]

to accomplish or do something that was wished for, expected, or promised

Ex: The organization strives to fulfill the needs of the community through various social programs .

dream [noun]

a series of images, feelings, or events happening in one's mind during sleep

Ex: In her dream , she was reunited with old friends she had n't seen in years .

to [set] a (goal|target) [phrase]

to establish a specific objective or target that one aims to achieve within a defined timeframe

Ex: Let 's set a goal for the team to increase sales by 20 % .

to work toward [verb]

to make an effort to achieve a particular goal

Ex: Despite challenges , they are working toward a brighter future .

to pursue [verb]

to go after someone or something, particularly to catch them

Ex: The cat eagerly pursued the fluttering butterfly .

to put off [verb]

to postpone an appointment or arrangement

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to share [verb]

to distribute a portion of something among individuals, allowing each to possess or enjoy it

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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 .

ambitious [adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Maria is an ambitious student , always aiming for top grades and participating in numerous extracurricular activities .

achievable [adjective]

able to be carried out or obtained without much difficulty

Ex: She believes that with the right mindset and consistent effort , any dream is achievable .

realistic [adjective]

concerned with or based on something that is practical and achievable in reality

Ex: A realistic budget takes into account income , expenses , and savings goals .

modest [adjective]

not boasting about one's abilities, achievements, or belongings

Ex: The modest scientist downplayed her groundbreaking research , attributing it to collaboration and teamwork .

unachievable [adjective]

(of an objective or goal) too difficult or almost impossible to get or reach

unrealistic [adjective]

not in any way accurate or true to life

Ex: Setting a goal to become a millionaire overnight is unrealistic without a solid plan or significant luck .