Solutions - Advanced - Unit 6 - 6C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - 6C in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "distinguished", "hair-raising", "chaperon", etc.

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Solutions - Advanced
gender [noun]

the fact or condition of being male, female or non-binary that people identify themselves with based on social and cultural roles

Ex: The school curriculum has been updated to be more inclusive of gender diversity .
health [noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: Mental health is just as important as physical health and should be prioritized in our daily lives .
money [noun]

something that we use to buy and sell goods and services, can be in the form of coins or paper bills

Ex: Saving money for the future is really important .
race [noun]

a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first

Ex: The marathon is the longest race I 've ever run .
society [noun]

people in general, considered as an extensive and organized group sharing the same laws

Ex: Sociologists study how norms and values shape behavior within a given society .
time [noun]

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

Ex: It 's important to manage your time wisely .
distinguished [adjective]

(of a person) very successful and respected

Ex: As a distinguished author , he had numerous best-selling books and literary awards .
fearless [adjective]

expressing no signs of fear in face of danger or difficulty

Ex: He 's known for his fearless attitude , never hesitating to speak his mind .
liberal [adjective]

willing to accept, respect, and understand different behaviors, beliefs, opinions, etc.

Ex: His liberal interpretation of the law allowed for more flexibility in its application .
unbiased [adjective]

not having favoritism or prejudice toward any particular side or viewpoint

Ex: In order to make an informed decision , it 's important to consider unbiased sources of information .

to accompany or guide someone, usually for protection, support, or courtesy

Ex: The gentleman escorted his date to the entrance of the venue .

to accompany or supervise someone, typically to ensure their proper behavior or safety, especially in social situations

Ex: As a responsible adult , she agreed to chaperon the teens during the school trip .
becoming [adjective]

suitable, proper, or in harmony with a person’s character, role, or situation

Ex:
fitting [adjective]

appropriate for a particular purpose or occasion

Ex: Using environmentally friendly materials was fitting for the sustainable project .
insignificant [adjective]

not having much importance or influence

Ex: The difference in price was insignificant given the overall budget .
unknown [adjective]

not widely acknowledged or familiar to most people

Ex: The small café in the alley remained largely unknown , even to locals .
cowardly [adjective]

lacking courage, typically avoiding difficult or dangerous situations

Ex: It was a cowardly decision to avoid the challenge instead of facing it .
faint-hearted [adjective]

lacking courage or determination

Ex: Her faint-hearted approach to public speaking made her hesitant to present .
dismal [adjective]

causing sadness or disappointment

Ex: The dismal state of the abandoned house gave off an eerie vibe .
dreary [adjective]

having a dull or uninteresting quality

Ex: Her room felt dreary and uninviting , with its plain walls and minimal furnishings .
intolerant [adjective]

not open to accept beliefs, opinions, or lifestyles that are unlike one's own

Ex: The intolerant remarks made by the politician sparked outrage among the public .
unsuitable [adjective]

not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: Her behavior was deemed unsuitable for the workplace .
alone [adverb]

without anyone else

Ex: I am not brave enough to go camping alone .
great [adjective]

exceptionally large in degree or amount

Ex: His great courage in the face of danger inspired everyone .
valiant [adjective]

showing courage or determination in the face of danger or adversity

Ex: His valiant performance during the competition inspired the entire team .
thrilling [adjective]

causing great pleasure or excitement

Ex:
narrow-minded [adjective]

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

Ex: Growing up in a narrow-minded community , she often felt like she did n't belong .
improper [adjective]

unfit for a particular person, thing, or situation

Ex: Wearing sneakers to a formal event would be considered improper attire .

someone whose job is to put out fires and save people or animals from dangerous situations

Ex: The firefighter used a hose to douse the flames and prevent the fire from spreading .
fireman [noun]

a man who works for a fire department and puts out fires

Ex: A fireman climbed the ladder to save the cat .

a person who presides over a meeting or organization, guiding and overseeing its proceedings and discussions

Ex: The chairperson addressed the concerns raised by the members during the session .
chairman [noun]

someone, especially a man, who is appointed to be in charge of meetings

Ex: After a vote , the chairman declared the new policy approved .

a woman who presides over a meeting or organization, guiding and overseeing its proceedings and discussions

Ex: She served as chairwoman for five years , leading many successful projects .
actor [noun]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The actor 's ability to connect with the audience on an emotional level creates a memorable performance .
actress [noun]

a woman whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The actress performed beautifully in the play .
steward [noun]

a person who attends to passengers on an airplane, train, or ship

a woman who works on an airplane, assisting passengers and ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight

Ex: After the flight , the stewardess made sure all passengers had safely disembarked .
barman [noun]

a man whose job involves mixing and serving drinks, particularly alcoholic drinks, in a bar

barwoman [noun]

a woman who works in a bar, serving drinks and attending to customers

Ex: She worked as a barwoman for several years before moving into management .

a man who does business activities like running a company

Ex: The businessman purchased an island for his retirement .

a woman who does business activities like running a company or participating in trade

Ex:

a woman employed to clean and maintain the cleanliness of buildings or premises

Ex: The cleaning lady ensured the office was spotless by morning .
mankind [noun]

the collective human population, including both men and women

a man whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: The policeman issued a warning to the driver for speeding and reminded him to follow traffic regulations .

a woman whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: The policewoman was praised for her bravery during the operation to apprehend the suspect .
postman [noun]

a person, often a man, who is employed to deliver mail and packages to people's homes or other locations

Ex: The postman ’s uniform was dark blue with reflective stripes .
salesman [noun]

a person, often a man, whose job is to sell products or services to customers

Ex: After hours of negotiations , the salesman finally made the sale .

a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

Ex: The company appointed a new spokesman to improve its public image .

a woman who speaks on behalf of a group, organization, or cause to convey information, address concerns, or represent their interests

Ex: The spokeswoman announced the new policies that the company would be adopting .
waiter [noun]

a man who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

Ex: The waiter , with a polite smile , asked if we needed anything else during our meal .
waitress [noun]

a woman who brings people food and drinks in restaurants, cafes, etc.

Ex: The waitress checked if we needed anything else before bringing the dessert .
wife [noun]

the lady you are officially married to

Ex: My wife is a talented artist and her paintings always leave me in awe .
husband [noun]

the man you are officially married to

Ex: My husband is a hardworking and supportive partner who always puts family first .