Solutions - Advanced - Unit 6 - 6F

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - 6F in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "foreshadow", "dire", "converge", etc.

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Solutions - Advanced
anxiety [noun]

a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome

Ex: Talking to a therapist helped her understand and cope with her social anxiety .
attitude [noun]

the typical way a person thinks or feels about something or someone, often affecting their behavior and decisions

Ex: He approached the project with a can-do attitude , inspiring his team to work diligently towards success .
critical [adjective]

noting or highlighting mistakes or imperfections

Ex: He was always critical of his own work , striving for perfection .
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 .
ghost [noun]

a representation or manifestation of a haunting experience in one's mind

Ex: His nightmares were filled with the ghosts of his traumatic childhood .
idea [noun]

a suggestion or thought about something that we could do

Ex: Let 's brainstorm and come up with creative ideas for the marketing campaign .
quiet [adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The quiet street was a welcome change from the bustling city .

(of different elements) to come together in order to shape a single unit or a group

Ex: Different colors of paint combine on the palette to create a new shade for the artist 's canvas .
sign [noun]

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.

Ex:

(of people) to form a united group

Ex: People from all walks of life came together in the park to celebrate the festival .
strong [adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The strong athlete easily lifted the weights in the gym .
to echo [verb]

to repeat opinions or statements of another person, particularly to show support or agreement

Ex: Many community leaders echoed the mayor 's call for unity and cooperation during the crisis .

to not let someone do something

Ex: The referee intervened to prevent the players from escalating the argument into a physical altercation .

to indicate in advance that something, particularly something bad, will take place

Ex: His sudden silence during the meeting foreshadowed unexpected news .
notion [noun]

a general concept or belief

Ex: People have various notions about what makes a good leader .
blending [noun]

the process of thoroughly mixing or combining different components

Ex: Proper blending of the ingredients is essential for making a successful cake .
dire [adjective]

extremely serious or urgent

Ex: Without immediate medical attention , the patient 's condition could become dire .
obscure [adjective]

difficult to comprehend due to being vague or hidden

Ex: His obscure knowledge of medieval history made him a valuable resource for the research team .

to strongly and publicly disapprove of something or someone

Ex: The international community condemned the use of chemical weapons in the conflict .

(of roads, paths, lines, etc.) to lead toward a point that connects them

Ex: In the bustling downtown area , several streets converge at a central square .
negligible [adjective]

so small or insignificant that can be completely disregarded

Ex: The cost difference between the two options was negligible , so we chose the cheaper one .

to be understood and have a strong impact or relevance

Ex: The artist ’s work resonates with people who have experienced loss and longing .
dismay [noun]

the sadness and worry provoked by an unpleasant surprise

Ex: He looked at the broken vase in dismay , unsure of how it happened .

a feeling of shock or confusion

Ex: There was consternation in the crowd when the power went out during the concert .

to bring something or someone under control, often using authority or force

Ex: The military intervention has successfully subdued the insurgency in the region .
specter [noun]

a mental representation or vision of something frightening or haunting, often associated with fear, anxiety, or an unsettling memory

Ex: As the storm raged outside , the specter of the lost ship haunted the crew 's thoughts .
demeanor [noun]

the way a person treats others

Ex: The employee ’s unprofessional demeanor caused concern among his colleagues .

to become clear, definite, or understandable, often after a period of confusion or ambiguity

Ex: It was n't until she heard his explanation that everything began to crystallize , and she finally understood the complex concept .

to point out the faults or weaknesses of someone or something

Ex: It 's easy to criticize the government 's policies , but coming up with viable alternatives is more challenging .