Face2face - Intermediate - Unit 12 - 12C - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 12 - 12C - Part 1 in the Face2Face Intermediate coursebook, such as "attraction", "disappoint", "protective", etc.

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Face2face - Intermediate
coma [noun]

a state of deep unconsciousness, typically of a long duration and caused by a serious injury or severe illness

Ex: Doctors monitored her brain activity while she was in a coma .
rope [noun]

a long, flexible cord made by twisting together strands of fibers, wire, or other material, used for tying, pulling, or supporting things

Ex: The sailors coiled the rope neatly on the deck .

the necessary things that you need for doing a particular activity or job

Ex: The electrician carried a toolbox full of equipment for repairing electrical issues .

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The architect designed a futuristic skyscraper with glass facades .

to fail to meet someone's expectations or hopes, causing them to feel let down or unhappy

Ex: Getting a low grade on the test disappointed her .

dissatisfaction that is resulted from the unfulfillment of one's expectations

Ex: He tried to hide his disappointment when the concert was canceled due to bad weather .
disappointed [adjective]

not satisfied or happy with something, because it did not meet one's expectations or hopes

Ex: The disappointed expression on her face revealed her sadness .
disappointing [adjective]

not fulfilling one's expectations or hopes

Ex: Receiving a disappointing grade on the exam was a blow to her confidence .
to enjoy [verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: He often enjoys hiking in the mountains during the weekends .

the feeling of pleasure that someone experiences from an activity, a thing or a situation

Ex: The children 's enjoyment at the amusement park was evident in their laughter .
enjoyable [adjective]

(of an activity or an event) making us feel good or giving us pleasure

Ex: I find reading books an enjoyable pastime .

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Our aim is to protect the jobs of our members .

the act of keeping someone or something unharmed

Ex: They wore helmets and pads for protection while riding their bikes .
protective [adjective]

(of a thing or type of behavior) appropriate for or intended to defend one against damage or harm

Ex: The protective gear worn by the workers shielded them from potential hazards in the workplace .
to care [verb]

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

Ex: She cares a lot about her little sister and always protects her .
careful [adjective]

giving attention or thought to what we are doing to avoid doing something wrong, hurting ourselves, or damaging something

Ex: She was careful not to wake the sleeping baby .
care [noun]

the act of providing treatment and paying attention to the physical and emotional needs of someone or something

Ex:
careless [adjective]

not paying enough attention to what we are doing

Ex: He was so careless with his words , often saying things without thinking .

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

Ex: The new advertisement campaign aimed to attract a younger audience with its modern and dynamic approach .

a quality or feature of someone or something that evokes interest, liking, or desire in others

Ex: His sense of humor was an attraction that made him popular among his peers .
attractive [adjective]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

Ex: The charismatic singer has an attractive voice that captivates the audience .

to want or choose one person or thing instead of another because of liking them more

Ex: He prefers spending his weekends reading a good book rather than going to crowded events .

a strong liking for one option or choice over another based on personal taste, favor, etc.

Ex: The company surveyed employees to understand their preferences for workplace amenities .
preferable [adjective]

more desirable or favored compared to other options

Ex: In their opinion , hiring locally was preferable to outsourcing work overseas .

to amuse someone so that they have an enjoyable time

Ex: They entertained guests at the dinner party with live music and dancing .

movies, television shows, etc. or an activity that is made for people to enjoy

Ex:
entertaining [adjective]

providing amusement, often through humor, drama, or skillful performance

Ex: We spent the evening playing board games , finding them surprisingly entertaining and a great way to connect with friends .
to relax [verb]

to feel less worried or stressed

Ex: On Sundays , I usually relax and do nothing .

the state of being free from tension, stress, and anxiety

Ex: The spa offered a variety of treatments designed to promote relaxation .
relaxing [adjective]

helping our body or mind rest

Ex:
relaxed [adjective]

feeling calm and at ease without tension or stress

Ex: The serene beach and gentle waves made her feel relaxed and carefree .