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English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 8 - 8B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8B in the English Result Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "scruffy", "appeal", "daring", etc.

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English Result - Upper-intermediate
clothes
clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: He always wears comfortable clothes when he goes for a run. 
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appearance

the way that someone or something looks

Ex: Despite her tiredness, she maintained a polished appearance for the important event. 
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jean
jean
[noun]

a type of cotton fabric with a rough surface that is commonly used to make clothing such as jeans, jackets, and skirts

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earring
earring
[noun]

a piece of jewelry worn on the ear

Ex: He surprised her with a set of elegant pearl earrings on her birthday. 
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hair
hair
[noun]

the thin thread-like things that grow on our head

Ex: He carefully combed his hair before going out. 
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skin
skin
[noun]

the thin layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or an animal

Ex: He applied lotion to keep his skin moisturized during the winter. 
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shoe
shoe
[noun]

something that we wear to cover and protect our feet, generally made of strong materials like leather or plastic

Ex: He polished his leather shoes to make them look shiny. 
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jacket
jacket
[noun]

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

Ex: He put on his leather jacket before heading out on his motorcycle. 
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beard
beard
[noun]

the hair that grow on the chin and sides of a man’s face

Ex: He decided to grow a beard for the first time to change his appearance. 
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dress
dress
[noun]

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

Ex: He asked her wife to wear a formal dress to the event. 
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loose
loose
[Adjective]

not confined or under someone or something's control

Ex: The dog was loose in the yard, happily running around. 
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tight
tight
[Adjective]

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

Ex: His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters. 
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scruffy
scruffy
[Adjective]

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

Ex: After a long day of hiking, his clothes looked scruffy and covered in dust. 
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faded
faded
[Adjective]

having lost intensity or brightness in color

Ex: The faded blue jeans had worn patches and a washed-out appearance. 
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accessory
accessory
[noun]

an item, such as a bag, hat, piece of jewelry, etc., that is worn or carried because it makes an outfit more beautiful or attractive

Ex: A belt can be both a practical and stylish accessory for jeans or dresses. 
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hairstyle
hairstyle
[noun]

the way in which a person's hair is arranged or cut

Ex: She changed her hairstyle for the wedding, opting for elegant curls. 
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piercing
piercing
[noun]

a piece of jewelry designed to be worn in a body piercing, such as earrings, nose rings, or other decorative items

Ex: She wore a gold piercing in her nostril. 
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tattoo
tattoo
[noun]

a design on the skin marked permanently by putting colored ink in the small holes of the skin

Ex: She got a small butterfly tattoo on her wrist. 
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look
look
[noun]

the general appearance of a person's face or body

Ex: She admired his rugged look, appreciating his strong jawline and piercing eyes. 
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to appeal
to appeal
[Verb]

to attract or gain interest, approval, or admiration

Ex: His speech appealed to voters' desire for change and better opportunities. 
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to associate

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

Ex: Many people associate the smell of freshly baked cookies with warmth and home. 
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conventional
conventional
[Adjective]

generally accepted and followed by many people

Ex: In many cultures, it is conventional for brides to wear white dresses on their wedding day. 
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unusual
unusual
[Adjective]

not commonly happening or done

Ex: His quiet behavior at the party was unusual. 
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daring
daring
[Adjective]

brave enough to take risks and do dangerous things

Ex: She climbed the steep mountain cliff with daring determination. 
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unacceptable
unacceptable
[Adjective]

wrong or not allowed in a particular situation

Ex: Harassment or bullying is unacceptable behavior in the workplace. 
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highly
highly
[Adverb]

in a favorable or approving manner

Ex: He was highly regarded by his peers for his honesty and leadership. 
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shocking
shocking
[Adjective]

unexpected or extreme enough to cause intense surprise or disbelief

Ex: The shocking revelation about his past took everyone by surprise. 
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scandal
scandal
[noun]

harmful and sensational gossip about someone's private life, often designed to shame or discredit them in public

Ex: The actor's scandal was discussed in every corner of the media. 
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