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Face2face - Upper-intermediate - Unit 2 - 2C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2C in the Face2Face Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "conclusive", "originality", "recognition", etc.

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conclusive
conclusive
[Adjective]

providing clear and final evidence or proof, leaving no doubt or uncertainty

Ex: The DNA evidence provided conclusive proof of the suspect's guilt. 
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conclusively
conclusively
[Adverb]

in a way that clearly shows or proves something without doubt or uncertainty

Ex: The DNA test conclusively proved the suspect's innocence. 
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criticism
criticism
[noun]

negative feedback that highlights mistakes or areas for improvement

Ex: His criticism helped me see flaws I hadn’t noticed before. 
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critic
critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The film critic praised the director's innovative storytelling and powerful performances in her review. 
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critical
critical
[Adjective]

noting or highlighting mistakes or imperfections

Ex: She gave a critical review of the movie, focusing on its weak plot. 
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to criticize

to point out the faults or weaknesses of someone or something

Ex: The teacher criticized the student's essay for its lack of organization and clarity. 
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critically
critically
[Adverb]

in a way that expresses disapproval or fault-finding

Ex: She spoke critically about the new government policy during the meeting. 
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to conclude

to draw a logical inference or outcome based on established premises or evidence

Ex: From the patterns observed in the data, researchers concluded that more training would enhance employee performance. 
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conclusion

a decision reached after thoroughly considering all relevant information

Ex: After reviewing all the evidence, the jury reached a conclusion. 
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to originate

to start to be

Ex: The idea originated from a conversation between friends. 
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originally
originally
[Adverb]

in a way that relates to the inherent origin or source

Ex: The manuscript was originally penned in 12th-century France. 
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origin
origin
[noun]

the point or place where something has its foundation or beginning

Ex: The origin of the river is in the mountains to the north. 
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originality

the skill of being able to come up with unique and innovative ideas or actions

Ex: Her originality in solving complex problems made her stand out at work. 
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realism
realism
[noun]

a practical and straightforward way of looking at things that focuses on what is actually happening rather than what we wish would happen

Ex: His realism helped him stay calm during the crisis. 
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realistic
realistic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Setting realistic goals helps ensure they are achievable within a reasonable timeframe. 
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reality
reality
[noun]

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

Ex: It's important to face the harsh realities of life. 
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real
real
[Adjective]

having actual existence and not imaginary

Ex: The real world is often different from dreams and fantasies. 
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really
really
[Adverb]

to a high degree, used for emphasis

Ex: This cake is really delicious. 
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realistically

in a practical and factual way

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to recognize

to know who a person or what an object is, because we have heard, seen, etc. them before

Ex: I immediately recognized her voice on the phone. 
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recognition

the act of accepting that something exists, is true or legal

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recognizably
recognizably
[Adverb]

in a way that can be easily identified or distinguished

Ex: The new logo was recognizably different from the old design. 
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recognizable
recognizable
[Adjective]

able to be identified or distinguished from other things or people

Ex: Despite the actor's disguise, his voice was still recognizable to his fans. 
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to weaken
to weaken
[Verb]

to make something physically or structurally less strong or sturdy

Ex: Exposure to harsh weather conditions can weaken the structure of outdoor furniture. 
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weakness
weakness
[noun]

lack of power or ability to act effectively

Ex: The team's weakness was exposed during the final match. 
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weak
weak
[Adjective]

structurally fragile or lacking durability

Ex: The bridge collapsed at its weak central support. 
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weakly
weakly
[Adverb]

in a physically feeble manner

Ex: He nodded weakly before collapsing onto the couch. 
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to prefer
to prefer
[Verb]

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

Ex: She prefers the blue dress for the party because it's her favorite color. 
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preference

a tendency or predisposition to favor something over other options

Ex: He showed a preference for classical music. 
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preferable
preferable
[Adjective]

more desirable or favored compared to other options

Ex: Taking the scenic route was preferable to the highway for a leisurely drive. 
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preferably
preferably
[Adverb]

in a way that shows a liking or a priority for something over others

Ex: For a healthy snack, choose fruits or nuts, preferably over sugary treats. 
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to judge
to judge
[Verb]

to form a decision or opinion based on what one knows

Ex: She judges the quality of the book based on its plot and character development. 
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judge
judge
[noun]

the official in charge of a court who decides on legal matters

Ex: The judge listened to both sides of the case before making a ruling. 
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judgment
judgment
[noun]

the process of evaluating, assessing, or deciding about a person, situation, or event

Ex: His judgment of the candidates was careful and deliberate. 
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judgmental
judgmental
[Adjective]

based on or relying on careful consideration and assessment

Ex: The committee took a judgmental approach to evaluating candidates. 
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responsibility

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

Ex: She accepted the responsibility of leading the project team. 
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responsible
responsible
[Adjective]

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

Ex: As the team leader, he is responsible for assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met. 
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responsibly
responsibly
[Adverb]

in a careful, trustworthy, or reasonable manner

Ex: She handled the chemicals responsibly, wearing all the required safety gear. 
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to convince

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

Ex: I tried to convince my friend to join the hiking trip by highlighting the beautiful scenery and adventure it would offer. 
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conviction

a formal declaration by which someone is found guilty of a crime in a court of law

Ex: The defendant's conviction was based on solid evidence presented during the trial. 
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convinced
convinced
[Adjective]

having a strong belief in something

Ex: After the meeting, she was convinced that the new strategy was the best approach. 
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convincing
convincing
[Adjective]

able to make someone believe that something is right or true

Ex: The convincing evidence presented by the prosecutor left no doubt of the defendant's guilt. 
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convincingly
convincingly
[Adverb]

in a manner that persuades others to believe something is true, real, or valid

Ex: She convincingly explained her absence to the committee. 
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