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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 10

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 10 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "solar", "craze", "paralyze", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
matter
matter
[noun]

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

Ex: The matter of budget allocation was discussed during the meeting .
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trend
trend
[noun]

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

Ex: Trends in fashion change rapidly every year .
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fad
fad
[noun]

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

Ex: The sudden craze for virtual pets was a classic fad.
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craze
craze
[noun]

a temporary enthusiasm or infatuation for a particular thing or activity

Ex: Every few years , there seems to be a new craze in fashion that everyone follows .
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virtual
virtual
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The company created a virtual tour of their new office space for potential clients to explore remotely .
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sensation
sensation
[noun]

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

Ex: The sensation of the soft sand beneath her feet was relaxing .
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awareness
awareness
[noun]

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

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wrist band

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

Ex: A medical wrist band helped doctors identify his allergy .
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adult
adult
[noun]

a fully grown man or woman

Ex: The survey aimed to gather feedback from both adults and children .
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to gain
to gain
[Verb]

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

Ex: He gained a reputation as a reliable leader by effectively managing his team through challenging projects .
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to relieve

to decrease the amount of pain, stress, etc.

Ex: A good night 's sleep will relieve fatigue and improve overall well-being .
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during
during
[preposition]

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

Ex: The students remained quiet during the teacher 's lecture .
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since
since
[conjunction]

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

Ex: I have enjoyed traveling ever since I was young.
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for
for
[preposition]

used to indicate a time duration

Ex: I will be out of the office for two weeks , so please direct any urgent matters to my colleague .
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from
from
[preposition]

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

Ex: The actress moved to Hollywood from New York City .
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historic
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: Her research focuses on historic figures from the Renaissance period .
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earthquake

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

Ex: The sudden earthquake startled everyone in the city .
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to establish

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

Ex: With a clear vision , they sought investors to help them establish their fashion brand in the global market .
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communist
communist
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The communist party advocates for state control of industries and resources to ensure equitable distribution.
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to confirm

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

Ex: His research confirmed the hypothesis he had proposed earlier .
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existence
existence
[noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: The existence of ancient civilizations can be proven through archaeological evidence .
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president
president
[noun]

the leader of a country that has no king or queen

Ex: The president's term in office lasts for four years .
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to invade
to invade
[Verb]

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

Ex: Governments around the world are currently considering whether to invade or pursue diplomatic solutions .
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impact
impact
[noun]

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

Ex: Environmentalists are concerned about the impact of pollution on marine life .
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biography
biography
[noun]

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

Ex: The biography provided an in-depth look at the president 's life and legacy .
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

Ex: He suffered a lot of pain after the accident .
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to attack
to attack
[Verb]

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

Ex: He was attacked by a group of thieves and left with bruises .
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to continue

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

Ex: She was too exhausted to continue running .
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crime
crime
[noun]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

Ex: The increase in violent crime has made residents feel unsafe .
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hobby
hobby
[noun]

an activity that we enjoy doing in our free time

Ex: They enjoy hiking and exploring nature as a hobby.
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futurist
futurist
[noun]

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

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futurology

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

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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The conference featured presentations by professional speakers on various topics in the industry .
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prediction

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

Ex: Her bold prediction about the stock market shocked the financial community .
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universe
universe
[noun]

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

Ex: Philosophers and physicists ponder the ultimate fate and origin of the universe.
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factor
factor
[noun]

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

Ex: The proximity to good schools was a deciding factor in choosing their new home .
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to interrupt

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

Ex: They are interrupting the game to fix a technical issue .
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various
various
[Adjective]

several and of different types or kinds

Ex: The library offers various genres of books to cater to different interests .
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certain
certain
[Adjective]

feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it

Ex: She was certain that she left her keys on the table .
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speculation

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

Ex: Speculation about the upcoming election results sparked lively discussions .
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to require

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

Ex: To bake the cake , the recipe will require eggs , flour , sugar , and butter .
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target
target
[noun]

a person, building, or area marked to be attacked

Ex: The hackers aimed at government systems as their target.
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powerful
powerful
[Adjective]

possessing great strength or force

Ex: The team played with powerful energy , winning the match easily .
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to implant

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

Ex: To treat severe arthritis , the orthopedic surgeon suggested implanting an artificial joint in the patient 's knee .
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vision
vision
[noun]

the ability to see thing through the eyes

Ex: The doctor confirmed that her peripheral vision was unaffected despite the injury.
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to paralyze

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 disease progressed rapidly , threatening to paralyze the patient 's respiratory system .
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destination

the place where someone or something is headed

Ex: The train departed from New York City , with Chicago as its final destination.
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dramatically
dramatically
[Adverb]

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

Ex: Her mood shifted dramatically within minutes .
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genetic
genetic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Genetic counseling helps individuals and families understand the implications of their genetic makeup and make informed decisions about their health .
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skyscraper

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

Ex: The skyscraper was built to withstand high winds and earthquakes .
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solar
solar
[Adjective]

related to the sun

Ex: Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.
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climate
climate
[noun]

the typical weather conditions of a particular region

Ex: They visited a place with a desert climate for their archaeological research .
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cure
cure
[noun]

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

Ex: Unfortunately , there is no quick cure for this illness .
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conflict
conflict
[noun]

a disagreement or argument over something important

Ex: Miscommunication often leads to unnecessary conflict.
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certainty
certainty
[noun]

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

Ex: His certainty about the project 's success helped persuade others to invest in it .
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epidemic
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 epidemic put a strain on the healthcare system .
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natural
natural
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He preferred using natural fabrics like cotton and linen for his clothing .
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disaster
disaster
[noun]

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

Ex: The outbreak of the disease was a public health disaster.
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to alter
to alter
[Verb]

to cause something to change

Ex: The architect altered the design after receiving feedback from the client .
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