Interchange - Pre-intermediate - Unit 14 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 14 - Part 1 in the Interchange Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "valley", "worse", "magazine", etc.

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old [adjective]

(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time

Ex: She visited an old castle and marveled at its medieval architecture .

city [noun]

a larger and more populated town

Ex: They visit the city 's museums to learn about its history and culture .

beach [noun]

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

Ex: The beach is a great place to relax and unwind during vacation .

desert [noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: During the day , the heat in the desert can be unbearable .

forest [noun]

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

Ex: The forest is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species .

hill [noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: The cycling race included a tough hill climb .

island [noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: The island had stunning sunsets that painted the sky with vibrant hues .

lake [noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: The mountain 's reflection in the lake was stunning .

mountain [noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: The mountain provided a natural barrier between the two valleys .

the ocean [noun]

the great mass of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Ex: The ocean depths are still largely unexplored .

river [noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: The river flowed gently , reflecting the surrounding trees .

valley [noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: The valley was covered in a blanket of snow in the winter .

volcano [noun]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

Ex: The volcano 's eruption was one of the most destructive in history .

waterfall [noun]

a high place, such as a cliff, from which a river or stream falls

Ex: She took stunning photos of the waterfall during their mountain trek .

quiz [noun]

a short test given to students

Ex: She studied all night for the history quiz .

magazine [noun]

a colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly

Ex: My mom subscribes to a cooking magazine , and we often try new recipes from it .

Australia [noun]

a large island country in Southwest Pacific Ocean, known for its unique wildlife such as kangaroos

Ex: Australia 's climate varies greatly across the country , from tropical in the north to temperate in the south .

easy [adjective]

needing little skill or effort to do or understand

Ex: Finding the location was easy with the clear directions provided .

adjective [noun]

a type of word that describes a noun

Ex: My English teacher gave me a list of adjectives to memorize .

comparative [adjective]

(grammar) describing adverbs or adjectives that indicate a difference in degree, quality, size, etc.

Ex: He used a comparative sentence to explain why his car was better than his friend ’s .

superlative [noun]

(grammar) describing adverbs or adjectives that indicate the highest level in degree, quality, size, etc.

Ex: The grammar book provides exercises on comparatives and superlatives .

long [adjective]

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

Ex:

large [adjective]

above average in amount or size

Ex: The large book was heavy and difficult to carry around .

dry [adjective]

lacking moisture or liquid

Ex: The towel felt dry to the touch after being hung out in the sun .

big [adjective]

above average in size or extent

Ex: The city has a big park .

beautiful [adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: She wore a beautiful dress to the party .

crowded [adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: She felt claustrophobic in the crowded elevator .

expensive [adjective]

having a high price

Ex: The restaurant had expensive prices , but the food was delicious .

good [adjective]

having a quality that is satisfying

Ex: The movie was really good ; it made me laugh and cry .

better [adjective]

having more of a good quality

Ex: After the renovation , the hotel rooms now boast better amenities for a more comfortable stay .

best [adjective]

superior to everything else that is in the same category

Ex: His remarkable skills and dedication earned him the award for the best employee of the month .

bad [adjective]

having a quality that is not satisfying

Ex: He apologized for the bad joke he made earlier .

worse [adjective]

of inferior quality, less satisfactory, or less pleasant compared to something else

Ex: The weather today is worse than it was yesterday .

worst [adjective]

most morally wrong, harmful, or wicked

Ex: She believed betrayal was the worst kind of sin .

outdoor [adjective]

(of activities, games, events, etc. ) played, done, or happening outside a house, building, etc.

Ex:

more [adverb]

used to indicate a greater extent or degree of a particular quality

Ex: The second movie was more interesting than the first .

Interchange - Pre-intermediate
Classroom Language	Unit 1 - Part 1	Unit 1 - Part 2	Unit 2 - Part 1
Unit 2 - Part 2	Unit 2 - Part 3	Unit 3 - Part 1	Unit 3 - Part 2
Unit 3 - Part 3	Unit 4 - Part 1	Unit 4 - Part 2	Unit 5
Unit 6 - Part 1	Unit 6 - Part 2	Unit 7 - Part 1	Unit 7 - Part 2
Unit 8 - Part 1	Unit 8 - Part 2	Unit 9 - Part 1	Unit 9 - Part 2
Unit 10 - Part 1	Unit 10 - Part 2	Unit 11 - Part 1	Unit 11 - Part 2
Unit 12 - Part 1	Unit 12 - Part 2	Unit 13 - Part 1	Unit 13 - Part 2
Unit 14 - Part 1	Unit 14 - Part 2	Unit 14 - Part 3	Unit 15
Unit 16 - Part 1	Unit 16 - Part 2