Face2face - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - 7B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7B in the Face2Face Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "economical", "investor", "industrialised", etc.

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Face2face - Upper-intermediate

someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: The newspaper interviewed the local politician .
politics [noun]

a set of ideas and activities involved in governing a country, state, or city

Ex: Understanding the complex landscape of global politics is crucial for anyone aspiring to work in diplomacy .
political [adjective]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

Ex: The political landscape of the country shifted dramatically after the election .
capitalist [adjective]

related to or characteristic of an economic system where private ownership, profit-making, and market competition are central

Ex: His capitalist views emphasize the importance of free markets and limited government intervention .

an economic and political system in which industry, businesses, and properties belong to the private sector rather than the government

Ex: Critics of capitalism argue that it leads to income inequality and exploitation of labor .
capital [noun]

assets used to generate more assets, especially in business or production

Ex: Lack of capital stalled the project .

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

Ex: Economists debate the effectiveness of government policies in stimulating economic growth .
economy [noun]

the system in which money, goods, and services are produced or distributed within a country or region

Ex: A diversified economy is less susceptible to economic downturns in specific industries .
economic [adjective]

relating to the production, distribution, and management of wealth and resources within a society or country

Ex: They studied the economic impact of tourism in the region .
economical [adjective]

using resources wisely and efficiently and minimizing waste and unnecessary expenses

Ex: The company 's shift to more economical practices resulted in increased profits .

a person or company that prepares a piece of land for residential or commercial use

Ex: They hired a developer to turn the old factory into loft apartments .

a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

Ex: The child 's language development was impressive for his age .
developed [adjective]

created, built, or improved to a more advanced state

Ex: He showcased his developed painting skills in the art exhibition .
developing [adjective]

(especially of a country) growing, improving, or moving towards a more advanced state

Ex:
investor [noun]

a person or organization that provides money or resources to a business or project with the expectation of making a profit

Ex: She met with an investor to pitch her business idea .

the act or process of putting money into something to gain profit

Ex: The company 's investment in new technology has already started to pay off with increased productivity .

a person who owns or operates a large business involved in the production or manufacturing of goods, typically in an industrial sector

Ex: Industrialists were key players in the urbanization process , shaping the development of cities .
industrialized [adjective]

(of a country or region) having undergone significant economic and technological development

Ex: In many industrialized cities , pollution has become a major environmental concern .
industry [noun]

the manufacture of goods using raw materials, particularly in factories

Ex: The technology industry is known for rapid innovation and advancements .
industrial [adjective]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

Ex: Environmental regulations aim to mitigate the impact of industrial activities on air and water quality .
producer [noun]

a person or organization that creates, designs, or manufactures goods in order to sell them in the market for profit

Ex: The factory is the largest producer of automotive parts in the region .
product [noun]

something that is created or grown for sale

Ex: Farmers in the region grow a variety of agricultural products , including fruits and vegetables .

the act or process of transforming raw materials or different components into goods that can be used by customers

Ex: Sustainable practices were implemented to make the production of goods more eco-friendly .
productive [adjective]

producing desired results through effective and efficient use of time, resources, and effort

Ex: The team 's collaboration led to a productive brainstorming session , generating numerous ideas .

a person, company, or country that produces large numbers of products

Ex: The manufacturer faced delays due to supply chain issues but managed to recover quickly .
manufactured [adjective]

made or produced in a factory rather than being natural or handmade

Ex: He inspected the manufactured toys for any defects before packaging .

a person who is concerned with the environment and tries to protect it

Ex: Environmentalists often advocate for renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions .

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: Pollution is a major threat to our environment .
environmental [adjective]

relating to the natural world and effects of human actions on it

Ex: Environmental conservation efforts aim to protect ecosystems and reduce human impact on the planet .
polluted [adjective]

containing harmful or dirty substances

Ex: The polluted beach was littered with plastic bottles and debris , causing harm to marine animals .

the introduction of harmful or unwanted substances into the environment, typically causing harm to ecosystems, human health, or the planet

Ex: Agricultural runoff leads to the pollution of nearby lakes , causing nutrient imbalances .

to damage the environment by releasing harmful chemicals or substances to the air, water, or land

Ex: Pesticides used in agriculture can pollute soil and groundwater if not applied responsibly .