English Result - Upper-intermediate - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the English Result Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "tact", "responsive", "executive", etc.

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tact [noun]

sensitivity and consideration in dealing with others to avoid causing trouble or offense

Ex: The diplomat was praised for his tact in negotiating peace between the two nations .

tactful [adjective]

careful not to make anyone upset or annoyed

Ex: When discussing sensitive topics , it 's essential to be tactful to maintain harmony in the conversation .

thought [noun]

something that comes to one's mind, such as, an idea, image, etc.

Ex: Random thoughts often pop into my head while I 'm walking .

thoughtful [adjective]

thinking deeply about oneself and one's experiences, often resulting in new understandings or realizations

Ex: The elderly man was known for his thoughtful moments on the porch , reminiscing about his youth .

to create [verb]

to bring something into existence or make something happen

Ex: The scientists created a groundbreaking vaccine for the disease .

creative [adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: I met a creative artist , turning everyday objects into beautiful sculptures .

to decide [verb]

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

Ex:

decisive [adjective]

powerful enough to determine the outcome of something

Ex: The decisive vote swung the outcome of the election in favor of the incumbent .

to imagine [verb]

to make or have an image of something in our mind

Ex: She likes to imagine herself traveling to exotic destinations while reading a book .

imaginative [adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: The artist 's imaginative paintings depicted surreal landscapes and dreamlike scenes .

to invent [verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor spent years working to invent a device that could automate common household tasks .

inventive [adjective]

(of an idea, method, etc.) unique, creative, and appealing due to its originality and novelty

Ex: The team developed an inventive method to reduce energy consumption .

to organize [verb]

to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

Ex: He organizes the schedule for the team meetings .

organized [adjective]

(of a person) managing one's life, work, and activities in an efficient way

Ex: He became more organized after learning how to use a planner .

to respond [verb]

to answer a question in spoken or written form

Ex: Yesterday , he quickly responded to the urgent message from his supervisor .

responsive [adjective]

reacting to people and events quickly and in a positive way

Ex: The new manager proved to be responsive to the team 's suggestions , implementing changes to enhance productivity .

to socialize [verb]

to interact and spend time with people

Ex: Friends frequently socialize at cafes or restaurants to catch up and enjoy each other 's company .

sociable [adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: As a very sociable person , John never had trouble meeting new people when traveling alone due to his friendly nature .

personality [noun]

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: His outgoing personality makes him popular at parties .

ambition [noun]

something that is greatly desired

Ex: His ambition to see the Northern Lights kept him dreaming for years .

ambitious [adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Maria is an ambitious student , always aiming for top grades and participating in numerous extracurricular activities .

cautious [adjective]

(of a person) careful to avoid danger or mistakes

Ex: The company took a cautious approach to expansion , thoroughly researching each potential market .

caution [noun]

the quality of being careful and attentive to possible danger or risk

Ex: Caution is important when handling sharp tools .

curiosity [noun]

a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

Ex: She could n't resist the curiosity to open the mysterious box her friend had given her .

curious [adjective]

(of a person) interested in learning and knowing about things

Ex: The curious student excels in school because of their genuine interest in learning .

conscience [noun]

an internal guide for behavior based on principles of right and wrong according to an established code of ethics

Ex: The feeling of guilt weighed heavily on his conscience after he lied .

conscientious [adjective]

devoted fully to completing tasks and obligations to the highest standard

Ex: Her conscientious approach to health and wellness inspired others to be more mindful .

impulse [noun]

a sudden strong urge or desire to do something, often without thinking or planning beforehand

Ex: The sudden impulse to travel led them to book a last-minute flight .

impulsive [adjective]

acting on sudden desires or feelings without thinking about the consequences beforehand

Ex: The impulsive decision to quit his job without a backup plan left Mark in a difficult financial situation .

logic [noun]

a field of study that deals with the ways of thinking, explaining, and reasoning

Ex: Some debate topics require a strong foundation in logic to ensure the arguments presented are coherent and valid .

reality [noun]

the true state of the world and the true nature of things, in contrast to what is imagined or thought

Ex: The documentary aims to explore the reality of climate change .

realistic [adjective]

concerned with or based on something that is practical and achievable in reality

Ex: A realistic budget takes into account income , expenses , and savings goals .

sympathy [noun]

feelings of care and understanding toward other people's emotions, especially sadness or suffering

Ex: The community showed sympathy by organizing a fundraiser for the family affected by the fire .

sympathetic [adjective]

of or relating to the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions

Ex: The doctor explained how the sympathetic response prepares the body for danger .

to support [verb]

to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: The government launched new programs to support small businesses during the economic downturn .

supportive [adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: The manager was known for creating a supportive work environment where employees felt valued and empowered to succeed .

to talk [verb]

to tell someone about the feelings or ideas that we have

Ex: Let 's talk about your thoughts on the upcoming project .

talkative [adjective]

extremely willing to chat and have verbal communication with others

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 .

architect [noun]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

Ex: The architect presented the blueprints for the new community center to the city council for approval .

executive [noun]

a person in a high-ranking position who is responsible for making important decisions in a company or organization

Ex: A successful A successful executive must have strong leadership skills.executive must have strong leadership skills .

novelist [noun]

a writer who explores characters, events, and themes in depth through long narrative stories, particularly novels

Ex: Many aspiring novelists attend writing workshops to refine their craft and gain feedback on their work .

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
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