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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 1 - 1H

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1H in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "abrasive", "cynical", "placid", etc.

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Solutions - Advanced

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

Ex: People have personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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abrasive
[Adjective]

behaving in a mean and disrespectful manner with no concern for others

Ex: Despite his skills , abrasive personality made it hard for him to collaborate .
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broad-minded
[Adjective]

able to consider and accept a wide range of opinions and beliefs

Ex: broad-minded leader can inspire innovation and creativity within the team .
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cynical
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He approached every new opportunity with cynical attitude , expecting to be let down .
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extrovert
[Adjective]

confident and energetic and wanting to spend time with others

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gullible
[Adjective]

believing things very easily and being easily tricked because of it

Ex: gullible child believed the tall tales told by their older siblings , unaware they were being misled .
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introvert
[Adjective]

quiet and shy and wanting to spend time with oneself instead of with others

Ex: Tom is introvert hiker , exploring nature 's beauty in peaceful isolation .
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narrow-minded
[Adjective]

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

Ex: narrow-minded parents disapproved of her unconventional career choice .
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placid
[Adjective]

peaceful and calm, not easily excited, irritated, angered, or upset

Ex: placid nature allowed him to handle the unexpected challenges with ease .
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punctual
[Adjective]

happening or arriving at the time expected or arranged

Ex: They expect their employees to punctual every morning .
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quick-tempered
[Adjective]

(of a person) easily and quickly angered or irritated

Ex: Despite being normally calm , quick-tempered outburst shocked her colleagues .
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reserved
[Adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: She appeared reserved, but she was warm and kind once you got to know her.
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self-assured
[Adjective]

confident in one's abilities or qualities

Ex: self-assured attitude helped him navigate difficult situations with ease .
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self-effacing
[Adjective]

trying to avoid drawing attention toward one's abilities or oneself, especially due to modesty

Ex: In meetings , self-effacing comments often downplayed his significant contributions .
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shrewd
[Adjective]

having or showing good judgement, especially in business or politics

Ex: shrewd analysis of the situation enabled her to make strategic moves that outmaneuvered her competitors .
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spontaneous
[Adjective]

tending to act on impulse or in the moment

Ex: Despite her careful nature , she occasionally spontaneous bursts of creativity , leading to unexpected projects .
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trustworthy
[Adjective]

able to be trusted or relied on

Ex: trustworthy organization prioritizes transparency and accountability in its operations .
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busybody
[noun]

someone who interferes in the affairs of others without being invited

Ex: They called her busybody for constantly asking about their plans and routines .
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to refuse to change one's opinions, behaviors, habits, etc.

Ex: Despite the feedback from colleagues , he set in his ways and refuses to consider alternative viewpoints .
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to make no effort to hide one's true feelings and intentions

Ex: She wore her heart on her sleeve during the heartfelt speech, moving the audience with her sincerity and passion.
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according to what is real or can be done

Ex: The success of the business was attributed to their down-to-earth, customer-centric approach.
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someone or something that is considered to be exceptionally talented, valuable, or desirable

Ex: He often jokes that his good looks make him god's gift to women, though most find it amusing rather than arrogant.
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used for saying that someone may appear threatening or aggressive, but their actions or behavior are not as harmful or severe as their words

Ex: The coach might shout a lot, but his bark is worse than his bite when it comes to discipline.
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with one's whole being

Ex: She pursued her dream of becoming an artist with her heart and soul.
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a very shy or modest individual who tries not to attract others' attention

Ex: shrinking violet in our class surprised everyone with her performance in the talent show .
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