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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
[noun]

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

Ex: After buying a ticket at railway station, they found their platform and settled in for the journey .
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farmer
[noun]

someone who has a farm or manages a farm

Ex: farmer wakes up early to milk the cows .
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miner
[noun]

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

Ex: miner’s helmet had a bright headlamp .
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soldier
[noun]

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

Ex: soldier polished his boots until they shone .
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criminal
[noun]

a person who does or is involved in an illegal activity

Ex: criminal confessed to robbing the bank .
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business people
[noun]

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

Ex: business people understand the risks of investment .
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railwayman
[noun]

someone who works on or with trains and the railway system

Ex: Young recruits trained under an railwayman.
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unemployment
[noun]

the state of being without a job

Ex: Many people faced unemployment during the global financial crisis .
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pollution
[noun]

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

Ex: pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .
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natural disaster
[noun]

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 tsunami was one of the natural disasters in recorded history .
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war
[noun]

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

Ex: The nation remained war until a peace agreement was signed .
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famine
[noun]

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

Ex: famine caused great suffering among the population .
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crime
[noun]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

Ex: The increase in crime has made residents feel unsafe .
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to overcrowd
[Verb]

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

Ex: overcrowd the beach during the holiday weekend , making it hard to relax .
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poverty
[noun]

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

Ex: The charity focuses on providing food and shelter to those poverty.
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deserted
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The house was deserted, as if no one had lived there for years .
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crowded
[Adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: crowded bus was late due to heavy traffic .
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clean
[Adjective]

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: The hotel room clean and spotless .
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dirty
[Adjective]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

Ex: dirty dishes in the restaurant 's kitchen needed to be washed .
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wide
[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The fabric was 45 wide, perfect for making a set of curtains .
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narrow
[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: narrow bridge could only accommodate one car at a time , causing traffic delays .
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unpopular
[Adjective]

not liked or approved of by a large number of people

Ex: The new policy introduced by the company unpopular with the employees .
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popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: The new burger joint downtown quickly popular due to its unique flavors .
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safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: After the storm passed , they safe to return to their houses and assess the damage .
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dangerous
[Adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: The mountain path is slippery and dangerous.
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quiet
[Adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The forest quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds breaking the silence .
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lively
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park lively.
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messy
[Adjective]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

Ex: The construction site messy, with piles of debris and equipment scattered around .
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tidy
[Adjective]

having a clean and well-organized appearance and state

Ex: The kitchen was tidy with dishes washed and put away promptly after each meal .
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modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary examines challenges modern society .
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old
[Adjective]

of a particular age

Ex: My favorite sweater is ten old but still looks brand new .
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place
[noun]

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

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town
[noun]

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

Ex: They organize community events town to bring people together .
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church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: He volunteered at church's soup kitchen to help feed the homeless .
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market
[noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: They visited the farmersmarket on Saturday mornings to buy fresh fruits and vegetables .
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university
[noun]

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

Ex: We have access to a state-of-the-art library at university.
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prison
[noun]

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

Ex: She wrote letters to her family prison, expressing her love and longing for them .
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hospital
[noun]

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

Ex: We saw a newborn baby in the maternity ward of hospital.
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theater
[noun]

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

Ex: We 've got tickets for the new musical at theater.
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school
[noun]

a place where children learn things from teachers

Ex: We study different subjects like math , science , and English school.
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casino
[noun]

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

Ex: casino hosted a special event with live music and entertainment .
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tramline
[noun]

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

Ex: tramline connects major tourist attractions .
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geographical
[Adjective]

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

Ex: geographical features of a region influence its economic activities and cultural practices .
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feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The magazine article highlighted the chef 's innovative cooking techniques as a feature of the restaurant 's success .
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cave
[noun]

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

Ex: Cave diving enthusiasts brave the depths of caves, navigating narrow passages and exploring submerged chambers .
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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: The birds built their nests along cliff's steep face .
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desert
[noun]

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

Ex: They got lost while driving through desert.
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forest
[noun]

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

Ex: We went for a walk in forest, surrounded by tall trees and chirping birds .
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hill
[noun]

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

Ex: hill provided a natural boundary between the two towns .
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lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: They had a picnic by the side of lake.
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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: We hiked up mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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plain
[noun]

a vast area of flat land

Ex: During their expedition , the explorers crossed a plain that seemed to go on forever .
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sand dune
[noun]

a hill of sand built by wind or water flow

Ex: sand dune provided shelter from the wind .
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sea
[noun]

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

Ex: We spent our vacation relaxing on the sandy beaches by sea.
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valley
[noun]

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

Ex: They hiked through valley to reach the lake .
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waterfall
[noun]

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

Ex: He was mesmerized by the sheer power and beauty of the waterfall.
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