Face2face - Upper-intermediate - Unit 6 - 6B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 6 - 6B in the Face2Face Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "strong-willed", "laid-back", "absent-minded", etc.

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Face2face - Upper-intermediate
strong-willed [adjective]

very determined in one's beliefs or decisions, often showing firmness of character and persistence in achieving what one wants

Ex: The strong-willed activist fought tirelessly for equal rights and social justice in her community .
self-conscious [adjective]

embarrassed or worried about one's appearance or actions

Ex: As a teenager , she was incredibly self-conscious about her braces and avoided smiling in public .
laid-back [adjective]

(of a person) living a life free of stress and tension

Ex: The beach town had a laid-back vibe , perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life .
open-minded [adjective]

ready to accept or listen to different views and opinions

Ex: The open-minded couple embraced their son 's decision to pursue a non-traditional career path .
self-centered [adjective]

(of a person) not caring about the needs and feelings of no one but one's own

Ex: Being self-centered can damage relationships with others .
easy-going [adjective]

calm and not easily worried or annoyed

Ex: Despite the chaos at work , he remained easy-going and calm .
big-headed [adjective]

having or displaying the belief that one is superior in intellect, importance, skills, etc.

Ex: Despite his talent , he never became big-headed and remained humble about his achievements .
bad-tempered [adjective]

easily annoyed and quick to anger

Ex: Dealing with his bad-tempered landlord was one of the downsides of renting the apartment .
absent-minded [adjective]

failing to remember or be attentive to one's surroundings or tasks due to being preoccupied with other thoughts

Ex: His absent-minded nature led him to leave the house without his wallet multiple times .
level-headed [adjective]

capable of making good decisions in difficult situations

Ex: Despite the argument , he stayed level-headed and resolved the issue peacefully .
self-assured [adjective]

confident in one's abilities or qualities

Ex: Despite her young age , she spoke with a self-assured tone that commanded respect .