Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 2 - 2E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2E in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "busy", "historic", "chilly", etc.

Review

Flashcards

Forms

Spelling

Quiz

Start learning

bright

[Adjective]

emitting or reflecting a significant amount of light

Ex: The bright sun shone down on the beach, warming the sand.

busy

[Adjective]

having so many things to do in a way that leaves not much free time

Ex: As a student, Jenny is always busy with assignments, exams, and extracurricular activities.

friendly

[Adjective]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

Ex: Despite his fame, he is a friendly and approachable person.

lively

[Adjective]

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

Ex: She loved the lively atmosphere at the outdoor market.

popular

[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers.

expensive

[Adjective]

having a high price

Ex: He bought an expensive watch as a gift for his father.

fantastic

[Adjective]

extremely amazing and great

Ex: The fantastic performance of the magician left the audience in awe.

journey

[noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures.

short

[Adjective]

lasting for a brief time

Ex: I had a short chat with my neighbor this morning.

dangerous

[Adjective]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

Ex: Crossing the road without looking is dangerous.

safe

[Adjective]

protected from any danger

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

exciting

[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat.

boring

[Adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: She finds doing the laundry a boring task.

weather

[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: I check the weather forecast every morning to plan my outfit.

stormy

[Adjective]

having strong winds, rain, or severe weather conditions

Ex: The stormy skies darkened as the approaching thunderclouds rolled in.

windy

[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: He had to secure his hat due to the windy conditions.

hot

[Adjective]

having a higher than normal temperature

Ex: I turned on the air conditioner because it was getting too hot inside.

rainy

[Adjective]

having frequent or persistent rainfall

Ex: I like to listen to the sound of raindrops falling on the roof during a rainy day.

cold

[Adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

Ex: I prefer to drink cold water on a hot day.

people

[noun]

a group of humans

Ex: It is important to listen to the voices of the people and address their concerns.

polite

[Adjective]

showing good manners and respectful behavior towards others

Ex: He's a polite young man who always helps his neighbors.

nice

[Adjective]

providing pleasure and enjoyment

Ex: The restaurant served a nice meal with fresh ingredients.

young

[Adjective]

still in the earlier stages of life

Ex: He has a young brother who is learning to walk.

place

[noun]

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

historic

[Adjective]

relating to a person or event that is a part of the past and is documented in historical records, often preserved for educational or cultural purposes

Ex: The historic records detail the lives of early settlers in the region.

pretty

[Adjective]

visually pleasing in a charming way

Ex: She looked pretty in her simple, elegant outfit.

cheap

[Adjective]

having a low price

Ex: He found a cheap flight deal for his vacation.

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.

awful

[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: He was in an awful mood because he lost his wallet.

crowded

[Adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: The crowded room was packed with partygoers dancing and chatting.

fascinating

[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The history of ancient civilizations is endlessly fascinating to archaeologists.

peaceful

[Adjective]

(of a person) unwilling to become involved in a dispute or anything violent

Ex: She's a peaceful individual who always seeks to resolve conflicts through dialogue and understanding.

long

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The necklace she wore had a long chain adorned with intricate charms.

tiring

[Adjective]

(particularly of an acivity) causing a feeling of physical or mental fatigue or exhaustion

Ex: The tiring day of sightseeing left them longing for a good night's sleep.

beautiful

[Adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: He painted a beautiful portrait of his sister.

famous

[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena.

chilly

[Adjective]

cold in an unpleasant or uncomfortable way

Ex: She put on a jacket to protect against the chilly wind.

sunny

[Adjective]

very bright because there is a lot of light coming from the sun

Ex: It's a beautiful sunny day, perfect for a picnic in the park.

Insight - Pre-Intermediate
Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1D	Vocabulary Insight 1
Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2D	Unit 2 - 2E
Vocabulary Insight 2	Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3B	Unit 3 - 3D
Vocabulary Insight 3	Unit 4 - 4A	Unit 4 - 4C	Unit 4 - 4D
Unit 4 - 4E	Vocabulary Insight 4	Unit 5 - 5A	Unit 5 - 5C

Download LanGeek app