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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate - Unit 6 - 6C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - 6C in the Solutions Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "opponent", "convert", "intensity", etc.

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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate
opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

Ex: Her main opponent in the competition was known for their quick decision-making .
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to exercise

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: We usually exercise in the morning to start our day energetically .
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to ache
to ache
[Verb]

to experience a powerful and enduring longing or yearning for something or someone who is absent

Ex: The soldier ached for home as he read the letters from his family.
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to burn
to burn
[Verb]

to be on fire and be destroyed by it

Ex: The dry leaves in the yard easily burned when a small flame touched them .
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to convert

to change the form, purpose, character, etc. of something

Ex: The company will convert traditional paper records into a digital database for efficiency .
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to pump
to pump
[Verb]

to infuse or inject something, such as energy, resources, or vitality, into a system, environment, or situation

Ex: After years of decline , the city council launched initiatives to pump new life into the downtown area .
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adrenaline

a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

Ex: The adrenaline pumping through his veins gave him the courage to confront his fears and speak up .
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burst
burst
[noun]

a sudden, brief increase or surge of activity, force, or energy, often happening quickly and intensely

Ex: She felt a burst of adrenaline before making her presentation in front of the large audience .
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energy
energy
[noun]

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

Ex: The kids expended their energy at the playground .
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intensity
intensity
[noun]

the degree or magnitude of a certain quality or attribute

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to attend
to attend
[Verb]

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

Ex: As a professional , it is essential to attend industry conferences for networking opportunities .
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fitness
fitness
[noun]

the quality of being suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: The committee assessed the fitness of the plan to meet the project 's objectives .
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class
class
[noun]

education or instruction provided in a series of lessons or meetings, often held regularly

Ex: The class on digital marketing covered various strategies and tools .
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to do
to do
[Verb]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?
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aerobics
aerobics
[noun]

a type of exercise that is designed to make one's lungs and heart stronger, often performed with music

Ex: Aerobics routines often combine jumping , stretching , and running in place .
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to lift
to lift
[Verb]

to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one

Ex: The team has lifted the trophy after winning the championship .
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weight
weight
[noun]

an object that has a certain amount of mass, and is used when exercising or measuring something

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to go
to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?
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running
running
[noun]

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport

Ex: He set a new personal record during the weekend’s running event.
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to be
to be
[Verb]

used when naming, or giving description or information about people, things, or situations

Ex: Why are you being so stubborn ?
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competitive
competitive
[Adjective]

referring to a situation in which teams, players, etc. are trying to defeat their rivals

Ex: Competitive industries often drive innovation and efficiency .
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to beat
to beat
[Verb]

to strike someone repeatedly, usually causing physical harm or injury

Ex: She feared he might beat her if he found out the truth .
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to keep
to keep
[Verb]

to stay or remain in a specific state, position, or condition

Ex: They kept calm despite the chaos around them .
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: She follows a balanced diet , and her doctor says she 's very fit.
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to pedal
to pedal
[Verb]

to propel and operate a bicycle or other pedal-powered vehicle

Ex: In spinning class , participants were instructed to pedal at different intensities to simulate various terrains .
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exercise bike

a stationary machine for taking exercise that can be pedaled like a bicycle

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to [push] the [limit]

to exceed the usual or maximum level of something, such as one's physical or mental capabilities, a safety standard, or a legal boundary

Ex: The new product design pushes the limits of what is currently available on the market.
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to play
to play
[Verb]

to participate in a game or sport to compete with another individual or another team

Ex: She joined a rugby league to play against teams from different cities .
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team sport

a physical activity in which a group of people work together to achieve a common goal or objective such as rugby or volleyball

Ex: Soccer is a popular team sport that requires a lot of teamwork and strategy .
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fighting fit
fighting fit
[phrase]

(of a person) healthy, strong, and ready to face challenges

Ex: The soldiers underwent rigorous training to ensure they were all fighting fit for battle.
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in shape
in shape
[phrase]

(of a person) having a healthy or fit body

Ex: Eating healthy and exercising regularly will keep you in shape.
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on the mend
on the mend
[phrase]

used to refer to someone who is starting to get or feel better after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The dog was sick for days, but he's on the mend now.
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to get back into

to re-engage in an activity or situation after being away from it for some time

Ex: After a period of inactivity, she's determined to get herself back into a regular exercise routine.
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to go down with

to become affected by an illness

Ex: He went down with a bad case of bronchitis and had to stay home for a week .
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new lease of life

another chance for someone to become more healthy, energetic, or adopting a more optimistic view on life

Ex: After a good night's sleep, she felt a new lease of life and was ready to tackle the day.
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the picture of (good|) health

someone who is in a good state of health

Ex: After a month of rest and good food, he was the picture of health again.
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under the weather

feeling unwell or slightly ill

Ex: The weather changed suddenly and now everyone is under the weather.
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