Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 10

matter [noun]

a situation or subject that needs to be dealt with or considered

Ex: Choosing a college major is a significant matter that requires careful consideration .

trend [noun]

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

Ex: The trend of minimalism has gained popularity recently .

fad [noun]

an interest, activity, or style that becomes popular for a short time and is followed with exaggerated enthusiasm

Ex: Many fashion trends start as a fad before fading away .

craze [noun]

a temporary enthusiasm or infatuation for a particular thing or activity

Ex: The latest fitness craze involves high-intensity interval training with dance routines .

virtual [adjective]

(of a place, object, etc.) generated through the use of software

Ex: She attended a virtual concert where musicians performed live from different locations .

sensation [noun]

a physical perception caused by an outside stimulus or something being in touch with the body

Ex: The sensation of the warm sun on her face was comforting .

awareness [noun]

knowledge or understanding of a specific situation, fact, or issue

wrist band [noun]

an accessory that is worn around the wrist, often for decoration, identification, or to support a cause or event

Ex: His wrist band had a built-in fitness tracker .

adult [noun]

a fully grown man or woman

Ex: Many adult learners enroll in evening classes to pursue further education .

to gain [verb]

to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work

Ex: They gained the trust of their clients by consistently delivering exceptional service .

to relieve [verb]

to decrease the amount of pain, stress, etc.

Ex: Medication has relieved the intensity of his chronic pain .

during [preposition]

used to express that something happens continuously from the beginning to the end of a period of time

Ex: The students were attentive during the entire class .

since [conjunction]

used to express a period from a specific past time up to now or another specified point

Ex: I have lived in this city since I moved here for my job .

for [preposition]

used to indicate a time duration

Ex: He studied abroad for a semester and gained valuable experience in a different culture .

from [preposition]

used for showing the place where a person or thing comes from

Ex:

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 museum houses many historic artifacts from ancient civilizations .

earthquake [noun]

the sudden movement and shaking of the earth's surface, usually causing damage

Ex: The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning .

to establish [verb]

to create a company or organization with the intention of running it over the long term

Ex: They decided to establish a non-profit organization to address the community 's healthcare needs .

communist [adjective]

relating to an ideology or political system advocating for the collective ownership of property and the absence of social classes

Ex: His communist beliefs prioritize the welfare of the working class and the redistribution of wealth .

to confirm [verb]

to show or say that something is the case, particularly by providing proof

Ex: The scientist will confirm the theory with the results of the experiment .

existence [noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: His existence was a subject of intense speculation after he disappeared without a trace .

president [noun]

the leader of a country that has no king or queen

Ex: The president signed the new legislation into law .

to invade [verb]

to enter a territory using armed forces in order to occupy or take control of it

Ex: The conquerors were determined to invade the island and claim it for their empire .

impact [noun]

an influence or effect that something has on a person, situation, or thing

Ex: Social media has had a profound impact on how we communicate .

biography [noun]

the story of someone's life that is written by another person

Ex: The new biography of the famous artist became a bestseller overnight .

to suffer [verb]

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

Ex: The company suffered financial losses during the economic downturn .

to attack [verb]

to act violently against someone or something to try to harm them

Ex: She was badly attacked by the mob , causing her severe injuries .

to continue [verb]

to not stop something, such as a task or activity, and keep doing it

Ex: She continued studying late into the night .

crime [noun]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

Ex:

hobby [noun]

an activity that we enjoy doing in our free time

Ex: My hobby is painting , and I enjoy creating colorful artwork .

futurist [noun]

an artist who practices futurism, regarding modern advancements and technologies positively

futurology [noun]

the study of future possibilities and potential developments in science, technology, society, and other areas of human endeavor

professional [adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The company hired a professional consultant to improve their business operations .

prediction [noun]

the act of saying what one thinks is going to happen in the future or what the outcome of something will be

Ex: The company ’s prediction for next year ’s profits is optimistic .

universe [noun]

all that exists in the physical world, such as space, planets, galaxies, etc.

Ex: Scientists use powerful telescopes to observe celestial objects and unravel mysteries of the universe .

factor [noun]

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

Ex: Economic stability is an important factor for investors when considering where to put their money .

to interrupt [verb]

to stop or pause a process, activity, etc. temporarily

Ex: The phone call interrupted our conversation .

various [adjective]

several and of different types or kinds

Ex: The museum exhibits various artifacts from ancient civilizations .

certain [adjective]

feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it

Ex: I 'm certain we 're on the right road .

speculation [noun]

the creation of theories or opinions about something with no fact or proof

Ex: He engaged in speculation about the reasons behind the sudden policy change .

to require [verb]

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: To operate the machinery safely , it will require proper training .

target [noun]

a person, building, or area marked to be attacked

Ex: The organization 's actions raised concerns about the safety of vulnerable targets .

powerful [adjective]

possessing great strength or force

Ex: The powerful tools in the workshop helped complete the job quickly .

to implant [verb]

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

Ex: The doctor recommended implanting a stent to improve blood flow through the narrowed artery .

vision [noun]

the ability to see thing through the eyes

Ex: The eagle has exceptional vision , enabling it to spot prey from great distances .

to paralyze [verb]

to cause a person, animal, or part of the body to lose the ability to move or function, usually due to injury or illness

Ex: The venom from the snakebite had the potential to paralyze the victim .

destination [noun]

the place where someone or something is headed

Ex: Our dream destination for this year 's vacation is a secluded tropical island .

dramatically [adverb]

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

Ex: The project timeline was shortened dramatically with better efficiency .

genetic [adjective]

connected to the parts of the DNA in cells, called genes, that determine hereditary traits

Ex: Understanding genetic inheritance patterns is crucial for predicting the likelihood of certain traits being passed from one generation to the next .

skyscraper [noun]

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The architect designed a futuristic skyscraper with glass facades .

solar [adjective]

related to the sun

Ex:

climate [noun]

the typical weather conditions of a particular region

Ex: The climate in the desert can be extremely hot during the day and cold at night .

cure [noun]

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

Ex: The medicine provided relief , but it was n't a permanent cure .

conflict [noun]

a disagreement or argument over something important

Ex: The conflict between the two countries escalated into a full-scale war .

certainty [noun]

the state of being sure about something, usually when there is proof

Ex: Her certainty about the company 's financial stability allowed her to invest with confidence .

epidemic [noun]

the rapid spread of an infectious disease within a specific population, community, or region, affecting a significant number of individuals at the same time

Ex: The flu epidemic affected thousands of people last winter .

natural [adjective]

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

Ex: The table was crafted from natural wood , showcasing its organic grain patterns .

disaster [noun]

a sudden and unfortunate event that causes a great amount of death and destruction

Ex: The city faced a disaster after a severe storm hit the area .

to alter [verb]

to cause something to change

Ex: A good haircut can completely alter one 's appearance .

Interchange - Upper-intermediate
Unit 1	Unit 2 - Part 1	Unit 2 - Part 2	Unit 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
Unit 9 - Part 1	Unit 9 - Part 2	Unit 10	Unit 11
Unit 12 - Part 1	Unit 12 - Part 2	Unit 13	Unit 14
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