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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 2 - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Part 1 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "stability", "explore", "distract", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
career
career
[noun]

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

Ex: She's pursuing a career in medicine and hopes to become a doctor. 
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security
security
[noun]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

Ex: The new alarm system improved the security of their home significantly. 
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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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stability
stability
[noun]

the quality of being fixed or steady and unlikely to change

Ex: Political stability is essential for attracting investment, fostering economic growth, and ensuring the well-being of citizens. 
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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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university

an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

Ex: I will graduate from university next year with a degree in psychology. 
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professor
professor
[noun]

an experienced teacher at a university or college who specializes in a particular subject and often conducts research

Ex: He is a professor of physics at a renowned university. 
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to allow
to allow
[Verb]

to let someone or something do a particular thing

Ex: She allowed her children to play in the park. 
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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: She explores new neighborhoods every weekend to discover hidden gems. 
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environment

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

Ex: Conserving water is beneficial for the environment. 
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tour guide

someone whose job is taking tourists to interesting locations

Ex: Our tour guide led us through the ancient ruins, expertly narrating the history and significance of each site. 
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financial analyst

a professional who examines financial data, analyzes investment opportunities, and makes recommendations for financial decisions

Ex: She works as a financial analyst at an investment firm. 
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stockbroker

a professional who buys and sells stocks, bonds, and other securities on behalf of clients, usually for a commission or fee

Ex: A stockbroker is a licensed professional who buys and sells stocks and other securities on behalf of clients, typically individuals or institutions. 
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industry
industry
[noun]

the manufacture of goods using raw materials, particularly in factories

Ex: The automotive industry is a major contributor to the national economy. 
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fascinated
fascinated
[Adjective]

intensely interested or captivated by something or someone

Ex: His fascinated gaze lingered on the intricate design of the antique clock. 
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flight attendant

a person who works on a plane to bring passengers meals and take care of them

Ex: She's been working as a flight attendant for ten years, enjoying the opportunity to travel. 
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airport
airport
[noun]

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

Ex: I always feel a mix of emotions when saying goodbye to loved ones at the airport. 
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fashion designer

a person who designs stylish clothes

Ex: At the workshop, the fashion designer taught students about sustainable materials. 
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veterinarian

a doctor who is trained to treat animals

Ex: She's been working as a veterinarian at a local animal clinic for over twenty years. 
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rewarding
rewarding
[Adjective]

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

Ex: Teaching can be a rewarding profession, as educators witness the growth of their students. 
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unpredictable
unpredictable
[Adjective]

unable to be predicted because of changing many times

Ex: The weather in this region is highly unpredictable, with sudden changes in temperature and frequent storms. 
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scary
scary
[Adjective]

making us feel fear

Ex: He thinks flying is scary because he's afraid of heights. 
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bite
bite
[noun]

a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal

Ex: The dog bite on his leg required immediate medical attention. 
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to seem
to seem
[Verb]

to appear to be or do something particular

Ex: Choose whichever path seems right for you. 
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awful
awful
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: He was in an awful mood because he lost his wallet. 
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stressful
stressful
[Adjective]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

Ex: The workload at her new job was incredibly stressful. 
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fantastic
fantastic
[Adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: The fantastic performance of the magician left the audience in awe. 
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fascinating
fascinating
[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The history of ancient civilizations is endlessly fascinating to archaeologists. 
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pretty
pretty
[Adverb]

to a degree that is high but not very high

Ex: The movie was pretty good, though the ending felt rushed. 
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kind of
kind of
[phrase]

in some ways or to some degree

Ex: The new policy is kind of confusing; I need more clarification on its implications. 
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boring
boring
[Adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: She finds doing the laundry a boring task. 
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challenging
challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex: Solving the puzzle proved to be challenging, requiring creative thinking and problem-solving skills. 
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volunteer
volunteer
[noun]

someone who enlists in the armed forces without being forced

Ex: Volunteers can play crucial roles in various military operations and support efforts. 
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to retire
to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: After working for 30 years, she finally retired. 
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to distract

to cause someone to lose their focus or attention from something they were doing or thinking about

Ex: During the important meeting, the constant tapping of a pen began to distract everyone in the room. 
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