Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 4 - 4H

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - 4H in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "nevertheless", "alter", "invest", etc.

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to combat [verb]

to prevent something harmful from happening or becoming worse

Ex: Doctors use vaccines to combat the spread of disease .

climate change [noun]

a permanent change in global or regional climate patterns, including temperature, wind, and rainfall

Ex: Droughts and floods are becoming more frequent due to climate change .

plastic [noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Polyethylene is a versatile plastic used in packaging , insulation , and textiles .

paper [noun]

the thin sheets on which one can write, draw, or print things, also used as wrapping material

Ex: The teacher handed out sheets of paper for the students to complete the test .

glass [noun]

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Ex: The bartender served a cocktail in a fancy glass .

global warming [noun]

the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect

Ex: Global warming is causing glaciers to melt at an alarming rate .

behavior [noun]

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

Ex: I was disappointed by his behavior at the family dinner .

lifestyle [noun]

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: Urban lifestyle often involves fast-paced living with access to numerous amenities .

endangered species [noun]

a type of animal or plant that is at risk of becoming extinct

Ex: The tiger was declared an endangered species decades ago .

natural resources [noun]

raw materials found in nature that are used by human beings

Ex: Overuse of natural resources can lead to environmental problems .

renewable energy [noun]

a type of energy derived from natural sources that can be replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water

Ex: Wind farms generate renewable energy without harming the environment .

carbon emission [noun]

the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels, industrial processes, and etc.

Ex: Transportation is a major source of carbon emissions worldwide .

carbon footprint [noun]

the amount of carbon dioxide that an organization or person releases into the atmosphere

Ex: Manufacturing industries often have a high carbon footprint .

carbon dioxide [noun]

a type of gas with no color and smell that is produced by burning carbon or during breathing out

Ex: Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis .

fossil fuel [noun]

a fuel that is found in nature and obtained from the remains of plants and animals that died millions of years ago, such as coal and gas

Ex: Fossil fuels are a major source of global energy production .

to rely on [verb]

to have faith in someone or something

Ex: When going on a long journey , it 's essential to rely on a well-maintained vehicle .

to reduce [verb]

to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.

Ex: The government implemented measures to reduce pollution in urban areas .

to cause [verb]

to make something happen, usually something bad

Ex: Are you trying to cause a misunderstanding with your words ?

to emit [verb]

to release gases or odors into the air

Ex: The flowers emit a pleasant fragrance , filling the garden with a sweet scent .

to lead [verb]

to guide or show the direction for others to follow

Ex: The teacher led the students to the classroom .

to use up [verb]

to entirely consume a resource, leaving none remaining

Ex: The construction crew used up all the cement for the foundation .

to recycle [verb]

to make a waste product usable again

Ex: Composting is a method of recycling organic waste to create nutrient-rich soil for gardening .

to protect [verb]

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Our aim is to protect the jobs of our members .

to invest [verb]

to devote a lot of effort, time, etc. to something from which one expects to achieve a good result

Ex: He invested months of hard work into his fitness routine and saw amazing results .

to alter [verb]

to cause something to change

Ex: A good haircut can completely alter one 's appearance .

to save [verb]

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Ex: Quick thinking and CPR can save a person 's life during a cardiac arrest .

green [adjective]

(of a substance or product) causing no harm to the environment

Ex: The green technology used in the new cars helps reduce overall emissions .

nevertheless [adverb]

used to introduce an opposing statement

Ex: She doubted his motives ; she trusted him nevertheless .

what is more [adverb]

used to introduce an additional point or emphasize an even greater extent of what has been previously mentioned

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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
Introduction - IA	Introduction - IB	Introduction - IC	Introduction - ID
Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1E	Unit 1 - 1F
Unit 1 - 1G	Unit 1 - 1H	Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2B
Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2E	Unit 2 - 2F	Unit 2 - 2G
Unit 2 - 2H	Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3B	Unit 3 - 3E
Unit 3 - 3F	Unit 3 - 3G	Unit 3 - 3H	Unit 4 - 4A
Unit 4 - 4C	Unit 4 - 4D	Unit 4 - 4E	Unit 4 - 4F
Unit 4 - 4G	Unit 4 - 4H	Unit 5 - 5A	Unit 5 - 5C
Unit 5 - 5D	Unit 5 - 5E	Unit 5 - 5F	Unit 5 - 5G
Unit 5 - 5H	Unit 6 - 6A	Unit 6 - 6D	Unit 6 - 6E
Unit 6 - 6F	Unit 6 - 6G	Unit 6 - 6H	Unit 7 - 7A
Unit 7 - 7C	Unit 7 - 7E	Unit 7 - 7F	Unit 7 - 7G
Unit 7 - 7H	Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8E	Unit 8 - 8F
Unit 8 - 8G	Unit 8 - 8H	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9C
Unit 9 - 9D	Unit 9 - 9E	Unit 9 - 9F	Unit 9 - 9G
Unit 9 - 9H	Culture 1	Culture 2	Culture 3
Culture 6	Culture 7	Culture 8