English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - 7D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7D in the English Result Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "climate", "unpredictable", "erosion", etc.

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climate [noun]

the typical weather conditions of a particular region

Ex: The climate in the desert can be extremely hot during the day and cold at night .

problem [noun]

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

Ex: John needs help from a mechanic to fix the engine problem in his motorcycle .

global warming [noun]

the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect

Ex: Global warming is causing glaciers to melt at an alarming rate .

melting [adjective]

transitioning from a solid to a liquid state due to warmth or heat

Ex:

ice cap [noun]

the thick coating of ice that covers a large area, mostly in polar regions

Ex: The mountain 's ice cap glistened under the sun .

rising [adjective]

increasing in degree, number, or height

Ex:

sea level [noun]

the average height of the surface of the ocean in relation to the land, measured over a specific period of time

Ex: The beach lies exactly at sea level .

heat wave [noun]

a period of hot weather, usually hotter and longer than before

Ex: Many schools canceled outdoor activities due to the dangerous conditions brought on by the heat wave .

drought [noun]

a long period of time when there is not much raining

Ex: The farmers prayed for rain as the drought continued .

water [noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: It 's important to stay hydrated by drinking enough water throughout the day .

shortage [noun]

a lack of something needed, such as supplies, resources, or people

Ex: A gas shortage led to long lines at petrol stations .

unpredictable [adjective]

unable to be predicted because of changing many times

Ex: The stock market can be unpredictable , with prices fluctuating wildly from one day to the next .

weather [noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: The weather is sunny and warm today , perfect for a picnic .

poor [adjective]

lacking an adequate amount to fulfill a requirement

Ex: His essay showed poor understanding of the topic .

harvest [noun]

the amount of produce gathered from crops during one growing season

Ex: The vineyard produced a rich harvest of grapes .

food [noun]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

Ex: She always tries to choose healthy and nutritious foods .

malnutrition [noun]

a condition in which a person does not have enough food or good food to eat in order to stay healthy

Ex: Addressing malnutrition requires a comprehensive approach that includes access to nutritious food , clean water , healthcare , and education .

powerful [adjective]

possessing great strength or force

Ex: The powerful tools in the workshop helped complete the job quickly .

cyclone [noun]

a violent storm with winds moving in circles

Ex: The city was hit by a devastating cyclone that left thousands homeless .

intense [adjective]

very extreme or great

Ex: The movie 's intense action scenes kept viewers on the edge of their seats .

rainfall [noun]

the event of rain falling from the sky

Ex: A sudden rainfall interrupted the outdoor event .

soil [noun]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

Ex: Heavy rains can cause the soil to erode , affecting crop yields .

erosion [noun]

the process by which soil and rock are gradually destroyed and removed by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice

Ex: Coastal erosion is a concern for communities living near shorelines , as it can lead to the loss of land and property .

to flood [verb]

to become covered or filled by water

Ex: The dam was built to prevent the lake from flooding the surrounding neighborhoods during heavy rainfall .

English Result - Upper-intermediate
Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1B	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 2 - 2A
Unit 2 - 2B	Unit 3 - 3C	Unit 4 - 4B	Unit 4 - 4D
Unit 5 - 5B	Unit 5 - 5C	Unit 5 - 5D	Unit 6 - 6A
Unit 6 - 6B	Unit 6 - 6C	Unit 7 - 7A	Unit 7 - 7B
Unit 7 - 7C	Unit 7 - 7D	Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8B
Unit 8 - 8D	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9D	Unit 10 - 10A
Unit 10 - 10C