pattern

Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Culture 8

Here you will find the vocabulary from Culture 8 in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "deerstalker", "arrogant", "cynical", etc.

Review

Flashcards

Forms

Spelling

Quiz

Start learning
Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
coat
coat
[noun]

a piece of clothing with long sleeves, worn outdoors and over other clothes to keep warm or dry

Ex: He buttoned up his coat to keep out the chilly wind. 
Close
Sign in
hat
hat
[noun]

a piece of clothing often with a brim that we wear on our heads, for warmth, as a fashion item or as part of a uniform

Ex: He wore a cowboy hat to complete his Western-themed outfit. 
Close
Sign in
deerstalker

a type of hat with two visors, one in front and one in back, traditionally worn for hunting

Ex: He wore a deerstalker while hiking in the mountains. 
Close
Sign in
magnifying glass

a glassy object that is capable of making small objects seem larger

Ex: The detective used a magnifying glass to examine the tiny clues left at the crime scene. 
Close
Sign in
pipe
pipe
[noun]

a tube of metal, plastic, or other material used to smoke tobacco or other substances

Ex: He packed the pipe with his favorite tobacco blend. 
Close
Sign in
personality

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: Despite her shy personality, she's a fantastic performer on stage. 
Close
Sign in
arrogant
arrogant
[Adjective]

showing a proud, unpleasant attitude toward others and having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

Ex: Despite his lack of experience, he acted in an arrogant manner, believing he knew better than everyone else. 
Close
Sign in
brave
brave
[Adjective]

having no fear when doing dangerous or painful things

Ex: Despite the danger, he remained brave and rescued the injured hiker from the mountain. 
Close
Sign in
cold
cold
[Adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

Ex: I prefer to drink cold water on a hot day. 
Close
Sign in
confident
confident
[Adjective]

having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities

Ex: He's confident about his decision to start a new business. 
Close
Sign in
curious
curious
[Adjective]

(of a person) interested in learning and knowing about things

Ex: She's so curious; she always asks questions and loves to explore new topics. 
Close
Sign in
cynical
cynical
[Adjective]

having a distrustful or negative outlook, often believing that people are motivated by self-interest

Ex: After experiencing multiple disappointments, she became cynical about the concept of true love. 
Close
Sign in
easily
easily
[Adverb]

in a way that something is done without much trouble or exertion

Ex: She completed the marathon easily. 
Close
Sign in
bored
bored
[Adjective]

tired and unhappy because there is nothing to do or because we are no longer interested in something

Ex: He's bored because he has nothing to do at home. 
Close
Sign in
imaginative
imaginative
[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: The children's imaginative play transformed the living room into a magical kingdom. 
Close
Sign in
intelligent
intelligent
[Adjective]

good at learning things, understanding ideas, and thinking clearly

Ex: He is an intelligent critic who always provides insightful feedback. 
Close
Sign in
logical
logical
[Adjective]

based on clear reasoning or sound judgment

Ex: His argument was clear and logical, making it easy for everyone to understand and agree with his point of view. 
Close
Sign in
observant
observant
[Adjective]

very good at or quick in noticing small details in someone or something

Ex: She's highly observant, picking up on subtle changes in people's behavior that others might overlook. 
Close
Sign in
proud
proud
[Adjective]

feeling satisfied with someone or one's possessions, achievements, etc.

Ex: She felt proud of her daughter's academic achievements. 
Close
Sign in
stubborn
stubborn
[Adjective]

unwilling to change one's attitude or opinion despite good reasons to do so

Ex: Despite overwhelming evidence, he remained stubborn in his belief that he was always right. 
Close
Sign in
unemotional
unemotional
[Adjective]

showing no visible signs of feelings

Ex: He gave an unemotional response to the bad news. 
Close
Sign in
unsympathetic
unsympathetic
[Adjective]

feeling or displaying no compassion

Ex: His unsympathetic comments upset everyone in the room. 
Close
Sign in
vain
vain
[Adjective]

taking great pride in one's abilities, appearance, etc.

Ex: Despite his lack of talent, he was vain enough to believe he was the best singer in the group. 
Close
Sign in
to examine

to analyze someone or something in detail

Ex: The art critic examined the painting carefully, noting every detail and brushstroke. 
Close
Sign in
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app