Solutions - Intermediate - Introduction - IC

Here you will find the vocabulary from Introduction - IC in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "outgoing", "proud", "delighted", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

Ex: The artist used vivid colors to describe the sunset in her painting .
feeling [noun]

an emotional state or sensation that one experiences such as happiness, guilt, sadness, etc.

Ex: The feeling of excitement in the air was palpable as the crowd awaited the start of the concert .
anxious [adjective]

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

Ex: They were anxious about their financial situation , uncertain about how they would pay their bills .
ashamed [adjective]

feeling embarrassed or sorry about one's actions, characteristics, or circumstances

Ex: They felt ashamed of their ignorance , realizing they had unintentionally hurt someone 's feelings .
bored [adjective]

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

Ex:
confused [adjective]

feeling uncertain or not confident about something because it is not clear or easy to understand

Ex: The students looked confused as they struggled to grasp the complex concept .
cross [adjective]

feeling annoyed or angry

Ex: They were cross with themselves for forgetting the anniversary .
delighted [adjective]

filled with great pleasure or joy

Ex: The children looked delighted as they opened their Christmas presents .
disappointed [adjective]

not satisfied or happy with something, because it did not meet one's expectations or hopes

Ex: The disappointed expression on her face revealed her sadness .
embarrassed [adjective]

feeling ashamed and uncomfortable because of something that happened or was said

Ex: She tried to act calm , but her embarrassed smile gave her away .
envious [adjective]

feeling unhappy or resentful because someone has something one wants

Ex: Despite her achievements , she still felt envious of her sister 's effortless success .
excited [adjective]

feeling very happy, interested, and energetic

Ex: The children were excited to open their presents on Christmas morning .
frightened [adjective]

feeling afraid, often suddenly, due to danger, threat, or shock

Ex: The frightened expression on his face revealed his fear of heights .
proud [adjective]

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

Ex: She felt proud of her artwork being displayed in the gallery .
relieved [adjective]

feeling free from worry, stress, or anxiety after a challenging or difficult situation

Ex:
shocked [adjective]

very surprised or upset because of something unexpected or unpleasant

Ex: The shocked look on his face spoke volumes about his reaction to the unexpected news .
suspicious [adjective]

doubtful about the honesty of what someone has done and having no trust in them

Ex: He became suspicious when his coworker started acting secretive about the project details .
terrified [adjective]

feeling extremely scared

Ex: She felt terrified by the thought of speaking in front of a large audience .
upset [adjective]

feeling disturbed or distressed due to a negative event

Ex: She tried to hide how upset she was during the meeting .

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

Ex: His outgoing personality makes him popular at parties .
flexible [adjective]

capable of bending easily without breaking

Ex: The rubber hose is flexible , allowing it to bend around corners without kinking .
hardworking [adjective]

(of a person) putting in a lot of effort and dedication to achieve goals or complete tasks

Ex:
honest [adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: The honest mechanic provided a fair assessment of the car 's condition , even though it meant less profit for the garage .
kind [adjective]

nice and caring toward other people's feelings

Ex: She has a kind heart and always thinks of others .
loyal [adjective]

showing firm and constant support to a person, organization, cause, or belief

Ex: Her loyal dedication to the cause inspired others to join the movement and work towards positive change .
organized [adjective]

(of a person) managing one's life, work, and activities in an efficient way

Ex: He became more organized after learning how to use a planner .
outgoing [adjective]

enjoying other people's company and social interactions

Ex: Despite being new to the neighborhood , the outgoing neighbor introduced himself to everyone on the block .
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 .
sensitive [adjective]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

Ex: She has a sensitive approach when dealing with emotionally charged situations .
shy [adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: Even though she 's shy , she can express herself well through her artwork .
hopeful [adjective]

(of a person) having a positive attitude and believing that good things are likely to happen

Ex: The therapist encouraged the patient to remain hopeful , reminding them that progress takes time .
hopeless [adjective]

having no possibility or expectation of improvement or success

Ex: He stared at the complicated math problem , feeling hopeless about solving it .
meaningless [adjective]

lacking any significance, value, or purpose

Ex: The words he said were meaningless , as they did n’t match his actions .
friendly [adjective]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

Ex: She 's very friendly , always greeting people with a warm hello .
snowy [adjective]

‌(of a period of time or weather) having or bringing snow

Ex: The forecast warns of a snowy week ahead , so residents should be careful on the roads .
drinkable [adjective]

(of a drink) suitable or safe for consuming

Ex: The label on the bottle indicates that the contents are drinkable and free from contaminants .
affordable [adjective]

having a price that a person can pay without experiencing financial difficulties

Ex: The clothing store advertises affordable summer dresses under $ 20 .
adventurous [adjective]

(of a person) eager to try new ideas, exciting things, and take risks

Ex: The adventurous foodie loves to sample exotic cuisines and daring flavor combinations .
mountainous [adjective]

(of an area) having a lot of mountains

Ex: The small village was nestled in a mountainous area , surrounded by peaks .
impressive [adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely impressive .
supportive [adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: The manager was known for creating a supportive work environment where employees felt valued and empowered to succeed .
courageous [adjective]

expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

Ex: The young explorer exhibited a courageous spirit as he ventured into the uncharted wilderness in search of new discoveries .
dangerous [adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: She 's allergic to bees ; a sting can be dangerous for her .
wonderful [adjective]

very great and pleasant

Ex: She has done a wonderful job organizing the event .
watchable [adjective]

enjoyable or interesting to watch

Ex: His performance made the otherwise dull play more watchable .
helpful [adjective]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

Ex: The helpful tool improved productivity by simplifying tasks .
hazardous [adjective]

presenting danger or threat, particularly to people's health or safety

Ex: The hazardous road conditions made driving treacherous during the snowstorm .
meaningful [adjective]

having a significant purpose or importance

Ex: The couple exchanged meaningful glances during the wedding ceremony .
careless [adjective]

not paying enough attention to what we are doing

Ex: He was so careless with his words , often saying things without thinking .