Face2face - Upper-intermediate - Unit 10 - 10C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 - 10C in the Face2Face Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "widespread", "drawback", "attention span", etc.

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widespread

[Adjective]

existing or spreading among many people, groups, or communities through communication, influence, or awareness

Ex: The misinformation about the new policy became widespread on social media.

drawback

[noun]

a disadvantage or the feature of a situation that makes it unacceptable

Ex: The main drawback of working from home is the lack of social interaction.

high-powered

[Adjective]

having exceptional strength, influence, or capabilities

Ex: She recently landed a high-powered position as the CEO of a major tech company.

breakdown

[noun]

a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

Ex: The communication breakdown led to the project's failure.

self-obsessed

[Adjective]

(of a person) overly focused on themselves and their own desires or interests

Ex: His self-obsessed nature made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.

attention span

[noun]

the amount of time a person can focus on a task or activity without becoming distracted or bored

Ex: Children often have a shorter attention span than adults.

problem solving

[noun]

the act or process of finding ways of doing things or solving complicated problems

Ex: Problem solving is a crucial skill in both professional and personal life.

good-humored

[Adjective]

describing someone who is cheerful, friendly, and has a positive outlook

Ex: She remained good-humored despite the long delay at the airport.

workplace

[noun]

a physical location, such as an office, factory, or store, where people go to work and perform their job duties

Ex: Employees are required to follow safety guidelines in the workplace at all times.

daydreaming

[noun]

the act of getting lost in one's own thoughts and imagination, often about pleasant or unrealistic things

Ex: Daydreaming can be a sign of creativity and imagination.

far-fetched

[Adjective]

not probable and difficult to believe

Ex: His explanation for being late was so far-fetched that no one believed him.

downhearted

[Adjective]

feeling sad, discouraged, or low in spirits

Ex: After several failed attempts, she felt increasingly downhearted and ready to give up.

Face2face - Upper-intermediate
Unit 7 - 7B	Unit 7 - 7C	Unit 7 - 7D	Unit 8 - 8A
Unit 8 - 8B	Unit 8 - 8C	Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9B
Unit 9 - 9C	Unit 10 - 10A	Unit 10 - 10B	Unit 10 - 10C
Unit 11 - 11A	Unit 11 - 11B	Unit 11 - 11C	Unit 12 - 12A
Unit 12 - 12B	Unit 12 - 12C

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