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Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2A in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "farmer", "deserted", "overcrowd", etc.

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Insight - Pre-Intermediate
railway station

a place designed for goods or passengers to get on or off trains

Ex: She arrived at the railway station an hour early to catch her train to London. 
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farmer
farmer
[noun]

someone who has a farm or manages a farm

Ex: He's a farmer known for his juicy watermelons. 
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miner
miner
[noun]

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

Ex: Many miners suffer from lung diseases due to dust exposure. 
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soldier
soldier
[noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: Every soldier must undergo rigorous training. 
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criminal
criminal
[noun]

a person who does or is involved in an illegal activity

Ex: The police arrested the criminal after a long investigation. 
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business people

people who are involved in commercial or industrial activities, such as buying, selling, or managing a company

Ex: Successful business people adapt to market changes. 
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railwayman

someone who works on or with trains and the railway system

Ex: The railwayman ensured the trains ran on time. 
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unemployment

the state of being without a job

Ex: She struggled with unemployment after being laid off from her job at the factory. 
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution in the lake has made the water toxic to fish and plants. 
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natural disaster

any destruction caused by the nature that results in a great amount of damage or the death of many, such as an earthquake, flood, etc.

Ex: The city was devastated by a natural disaster, leaving many homeless. 
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war
war
[noun]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

Ex: The soldiers marched off to battle, prepared to defend their country in war. 
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famine
famine
[noun]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

Ex: Many children were orphaned as a result of the famine. 
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crime
crime
[noun]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

Ex: The police are investigating the crime that occurred last night. 
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to overcrowd

to be filled with more people or things than is comfortable, safe, or desirable

Ex: We chose to leave the theme park early because the crowds overcrowded the main attractions. 
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poverty
poverty
[noun]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

Ex: Many families in the area live in poverty and struggle to access basic services. 
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deserted
deserted
[Adjective]

(of a person or thing) having been left alone or abandoned by others

Ex: The small town looked deserted, with no one on the streets. 
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crowded
crowded
[Adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: The crowded room was packed with partygoers dancing and chatting. 
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clean
clean
[Adjective]

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He washed his hands to keep them clean. 
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dirty
dirty
[Adjective]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: He had a dirty face after playing in the mud. 
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wide
wide
[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The river was wide, spanning several hundred meters across. 
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narrow
narrow
[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The narrow path wound its way through the dense forest, barely wide enough for one person to pass. 
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unpopular
unpopular
[Adjective]

not liked or approved of by a large number of people

Ex: Despite its health benefits, broccoli remains unpopular with a lot of people. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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dangerous
dangerous
[Adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: Crossing the road without looking is dangerous. 
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quiet
quiet
[Adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The library was quiet, with only the sound of pages turning. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: She loved the lively atmosphere at the outdoor market. 
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messy
messy
[Adjective]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

Ex: His bedroom was messy, with clothes strewn across the floor and books piled haphazardly on the desk. 
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tidy
tidy
[Adjective]

having a clean and well-organized appearance and state

Ex: She kept her desk tidy by clearing away clutter and organizing papers into folders. 
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy. 
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old
old
[Adjective]

of a particular age

Ex: She is fifty years old and still runs marathons. 
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place
place
[noun]

a specific location on the earth's surface, often used in mapping

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town
town
[noun]

an area with human population that is smaller than a city and larger than a village

Ex: I live in a small town surrounded by beautiful countryside. 
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church
church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: They attended Sunday service at the local church with their family. 
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market
market
[noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: He set up a stand at the market to sell homemade jams and preserves. 
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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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prison
prison
[noun]

a building where people who did something illegal, such as stealing, murder, etc., are kept as a punishment

Ex: He was sentenced to ten years in prison for his involvement in the robbery. 
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hospital
hospital
[noun]

a large building where sick or injured people receive medical treatment and care

Ex: I visited my friend at the hospital and brought her some flowers. 
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theater
theater
[noun]

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

Ex: My sister and I are going to the theater to see a play tonight. 
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school
school
[noun]

a place where children learn things from teachers

Ex: He forgot his homework and had to rush back to school to get it. 
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casino
casino
[noun]

a place where people play and bet their money on gambling games

Ex: The casino was filled with the sounds of slot machines and excited players. 
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tramline
tramline
[noun]

the track or line on which an electric vehicle called a tram moves

Ex: The tramline runs through the center of the city. 
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geographical
geographical
[Adjective]

related to the study or characteristics of the Earth's surface, including its features, landscapes, and locations

Ex: Geographical maps provide visual representations of landforms, bodies of water, and human settlements. 
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feature
feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The new smartphone boasts a high-resolution screen as its standout feature. 
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cave
cave
[noun]

a hole or chamber formed underground naturally by rocks gradually breaking down over time

Ex: Exploring caves can be an exciting adventure, revealing hidden chambers and breathtaking formations. 
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cliff
cliff
[noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: They stood at the edge of the cliff, taking in the breathtaking view. 
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desert
desert
[noun]

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

Ex: At night, the desert can become very cold. 
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forest
forest
[noun]

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

Ex: I love the fresh scent of pine trees in the forest. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

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

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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mountain
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: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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plain
plain
[noun]

a vast area of flat land

Ex: The Great Plains in the United States stretch for miles, offering a stunning view of endless flatlands. 
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sand dune
sand dune
[noun]

a hill of sand built by wind or water flow

Ex: The wind shaped the sand dune over time. 
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sea
sea
[noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: I hear the sound of seagulls near the sea. 
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valley
valley
[noun]

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

Ex: The sun set behind the hills, casting long shadows over the valley. 
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waterfall
waterfall
[noun]

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

Ex: They hiked for hours to reach the breathtaking waterfall hidden in the forest. 
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