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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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English Result - Upper-intermediate
tact
[noun]

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

Ex: Her tact helped her navigate through the awkward situation smoothly .
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tactful
[Adjective]

careful not to make anyone upset or annoyed

Ex: In social settings , she was tactful in steering conversations away from controversial topics to keep the atmosphere pleasant .
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thought
[noun]

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

Ex: She shared her thoughts on the book in a thoughtful review .
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thoughtful
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He found solace in painting , a thoughtful process that allowed him to express his emotions .
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to create
[Verb]

to bring something into existence or make something happen

Ex: The artist decided to create a sculpture from marble .
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creative
[Adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: My friend is very creative, she designed and sewed her own dress for the party .
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to decide
[Verb]

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

Ex: I could n't decide between pizza or pasta , so I ordered both .
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decisive
[Adjective]

powerful enough to determine the outcome of something

Ex: She took a decisive step toward improving her health by adopting a fitness routine .
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to make or have an image of something in our mind

Ex: As a child , he used to imagine being a superhero and saving the day .
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imaginative
[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: He has an imaginative mind , constantly coming up with innovative solutions to challenges .
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to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: By 2030 , scientists might invent a cure for this disease .
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inventive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He wrote an inventive story that captivated readers with its originality .
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to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

Ex: The committee is organizing the agenda for the upcoming summit .
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organized
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He is so organized that he even plans his meals for the week .
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to answer a question in spoken or written form

Ex: Right now , the expert is actively responding to questions from the audience .
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responsive
[Adjective]

reacting to people and events quickly and in a positive way

Ex: The teacher is responsive to her students ' questions , ensuring everyone understands the material .
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to interact and spend time with people

Ex: Last weekend , they promptly socialized at a family gathering .
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sociable
[Adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: The new employee seemed sociable, chatting with coworkers during lunch .
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all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: People have different personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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ambition
[noun]

something that is greatly desired

Ex: My ambition is to one day climb Mount Everest .
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ambitious
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His ambitious nature led him to take on challenging projects that others deemed impossible , proving his capabilities time and again .
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cautious
[Adjective]

(of a person) careful to avoid danger or mistakes

Ex: The detective proceeded with cautious optimism , hoping to uncover new leads in the case .
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caution
[noun]

the trait of being careful and aware of potential risks

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curiosity
[noun]

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

Ex: The child 's curiosity about how things worked often led to hours of experimentation and learning .
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curious
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She was always curious about different cultures and loved traveling to new places .
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an internal guide for behavior based on principles of right and wrong according to an established code of ethics

Ex: Her conscience urged her to apologize for the misunderstanding .
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conscientious
[Adjective]

devoted fully to completing tasks and obligations to the highest standard

Ex: She approached her volunteer work with a conscientious commitment to helping others .
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impulse
[noun]

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

Ex: She resisted the impulse to reply angrily to the criticism .
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impulsive
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acting on sudden desires or feelings without thinking about the consequences beforehand

Ex: Without considering the consequences , Alex made an impulsive choice to confront his boss about a minor issue .
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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 .
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reality
[noun]

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

Ex: Virtual reality allows users to experience simulated environments.
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realistic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His goals are realistic, taking into account the resources available .
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sympathy
[noun]

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

Ex: Expressing sympathy towards someone going through a difficult time can strengthen bonds of empathy and support .
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sympathetic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: When startled , our sympathetic system prepares our body for a quick reaction .
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to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: The teacher always tries to support her students by offering extra help after class .
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supportive
[Adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: The therapy dog provided supportive companionship to patients in the hospital , offering comfort and emotional support .
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to talk
[Verb]

to tell someone about the feelings or ideas that we have

Ex: They enjoy talking about their feelings and emotions .
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talkative
[Adjective]

extremely willing to chat and have verbal communication with others

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actor
[noun]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Ex: The talented actor effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters , from a hero to a villain .
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architect
[noun]

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

Ex: As an architect, he enjoys transforming his clients ' visions into functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces .
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executive
[noun]

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

Ex: She met with other executives to discuss expansion plans .
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novelist
[noun]

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

Ex: She often draws inspiration from her own life experiences to create compelling characters as a novelist.
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English Result - Upper-intermediate
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