English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - 7B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7B in the English Result Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "wary", "adventurous", "proficient", etc.

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to be used to somebody or something

[phrase]

to be familiar with a person or thing because of regular experience or contact

Ex: is used to her friend arriving late to social events .

wary

[Adjective]

feeling or showing caution and attentiveness regarding possible dangers or problems

Ex: The hiker was wary of venturing too far off the trail in the wilderness .

adventurous

[Adjective]

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

Ex: With their adventurous mindset , the couple decided to embark on a spontaneous road trip across the country , embracing whatever surprises came their way .

keen

[Adjective]

having the ability to learn or understand quickly

Ex: The keen apprentice absorbed the techniques of the trade with remarkable speed .

worried

[Adjective]

feeling unhappy and afraid because of something that has happened or might happen

Ex: He was worried about his job security , feeling uneasy about the company 's recent layoffs .

afraid

[Adjective]

getting a bad and anxious feeling from a person or thing because we think something bad or dangerous will happen

Ex: He 's always been afraid of the dark .

accustomed

[Adjective]

familiar with something, often through repeated experience or exposure

Ex: After years of practice, she was accustomed to playing the piano for long hours.

fond

[Adjective]

feeling or showing emotional attachment or nostalgia toward a person or thing

Ex: With a fond smile , he recalled the days spent playing with his loyal childhood dog in the backyard .

proficient

[Adjective]

having or showing a high level of knowledge, skill, and aptitude in a particular area

Ex: To be proficient in coding , one must practice regularly and learn new techniques .

bad

[Adjective]

having a quality that is not satisfying

Ex: The hotel room was bad, with dirty sheets and a broken shower .

reliant

[Adjective]

dependent on something or someone for support, assistance, or success

Ex: She realized she had become reliant on caffeine to stay awake during long shifts .

engrossed

[Adjective]

giving one's full attention to something

Ex: She looked up only when the movie ended, having been engrossed in the story.

involved

[Adjective]

actively participating or included in a particular activity, event, or situation

Ex: The police were called to mediate the dispute between the two involved parties .

enthusiastic

[Adjective]

having or showing intense excitement, eagerness, or passion for something

Ex: The enthusiastic fans cheered loudly for their favorite band .

opposed

[Adjective]

trying to stop something because one strongly disagrees with it

Ex: Animal rights activists were opposed to the use of animals in cosmetic testing, advocating for cruelty-free alternatives.

meticulous

[Adjective]

extremely careful and attentive to details

Ex: Her meticulous notes helped the team understand the complex issue .

dependent

[Adjective]

unable to survive, succeed, or stay healthy without someone or something

Ex: Some animals are highly dependent on their environment for survival.

good

[Adjective]

having a quality that is satisfying

Ex: The weather was good, so they decided to have a picnic in the park .

[Adjective]

having an acceptable or desirable quality or level

Ex: Is it OK if I borrow your car for the weekend ?

averse

[Adjective]

strongly opposed to something

Ex: I ’m not averse to trying new activities , but I prefer something low-key .

laid-back

[Adjective]

(of a person) living a life free of stress and tension

Ex: His laid-back personality makes him great at diffusing tense situations with a relaxed attitude .

interested

[Adjective]

having a feeling of curiosity or attention toward a particular thing or person because one likes them

Ex: The children were very interested in the magician 's tricks .

bored

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He felt bored during the long , slow lecture .

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English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - 7B