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Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 11

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 11 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "argumentative", "rite", "sabotage", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
rite
rite
[noun]

a formal or traditional act performed for a specific purpose, often in religious or cultural ceremonies

Ex: The warriors took part in a victory rite after battle.
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unforgettable
unforgettable
[Adjective]

so memorable that being forgotten is impossible

Ex: The unforgettable moment when they first met remained etched in their memories forever .
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sleepover
sleepover
[noun]

a social event where a person stays overnight at someone else's house, usually for fun

Ex: After the sleepover, they all agreed to have one every month .
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crush
crush
[noun]

a brief or intense romantic infatuation

Ex: She blushed whenever she saw her crush.
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trip
trip
[noun]

a journey that you take for fun or a particular reason, generally for a short amount of time

Ex: She went on a quick shopping trip to the mall to pick up some essentials .
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heartbreak

a feeling of great distress or sadness

Ex: Losing the championship match in the final seconds was a heartbreaking moment for the team and their fans alike.
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immature
immature
[Adjective]

not fully developed mentally or emotionally, often resulting in behaviors or reactions that are childish

Ex: He realized his reaction was immature and apologized for his outburst .
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congratulations

an expression of joy or approval offered to someone to acknowledge their achievement, success, or good fortune

Ex: The coach offered his congratulations to the team after their hard-fought victory .
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nephew
nephew
[noun]

our sister or brother's son, or the son of our husband or wife's siblings

Ex: The proud uncle held his newborn nephew in his arms .
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responsibility

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

Ex: Parents have the responsibility of providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children .
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independent
independent
[Adjective]

able to do things as one wants without needing help from others

Ex: The independent thinker challenges conventional wisdom and forges her own path in life .
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before
before
[Adverb]

at an earlier point in time

Ex: You have asked me this question before.
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after
after
[Adverb]

at a later time

Ex: They moved to a new city and got married not long after.
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once
once
[Adverb]

for one single time

Ex: He slipped once on the ice but caught himself .
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moment
moment
[noun]

a very short period of time

Ex: We shared a beautiful moment watching the sunset .
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until
until
[preposition]

used to show that something continues or lasts up to a specific point in time and often not happening or existing after that time

Ex: They practiced basketball until they got better .
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milestone
milestone
[noun]

an event or stage that has a very important impact on the progress of something

Ex: The new law marks a milestone in environmental protection efforts .
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to retire
to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: Many people look forward to the day they can retire.
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license
license
[noun]

a legal document that gives someone permission to do something, such as drive a car or practice a profession

Ex: The restaurant lost its liquor license for serving alcohol to minors.
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personal
personal
[Adjective]

only relating or belonging to one person

Ex: The artist 's studio was filled with personal artwork and creative projects .
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characteristic
characteristic
[Adjective]

serving to identify or distinguish something or someone

Ex: The way she reacts to challenges is a characteristic trait of her personality .
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ambitious
ambitious
[Adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: His ambitious nature led him to take on challenging projects that others deemed impossible , proving his capabilities time and again .
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argumentative
argumentative
[Adjective]

(of a person) ready to argue and often arguing

Ex: Despite his argumentative tendencies , he was respected for his critical thinking skills .
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carefree
carefree
[Adjective]

having a relaxed, worry-free nature

Ex: They spent a carefree summer traveling across Europe .
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dependable
dependable
[Adjective]

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

Ex: The dependable teacher provides consistent support and guidance to students .
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naive
naive
[Adjective]

lacking experience and wisdom due to being young

Ex: His naive optimism about the future was endearing , but sometimes unrealistic given the harsh realities of life .
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pragmatic
pragmatic
[Adjective]

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

Ex: Facing a complex problem , the engineer proposed a pragmatic solution that considered both efficiency and feasibility .
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rebellious
rebellious
[Adjective]

(of a person) resistant to authority or control, often challenging established norms or rules

Ex: The rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .
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sophisticated
sophisticated
[Adjective]

having refined taste, elegance, and knowledge of complex matters

Ex: The sophisticated diplomat navigated the complex negotiations with ease .
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wise
wise
[Adjective]

deeply knowledgeable and experienced and capable of giving good advice or making good decisions

Ex: Heeding the warnings of wise elders can help avoid potential pitfalls and regrets in life .
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internship

the initial phase of medical training in which a graduate works under supervision in a hospital or clinic

Ex: The hospital offers a competitive internship program for newly graduated doctors .
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irresponsible
irresponsible
[Adjective]

neglecting one's duties or obligations, often causing harm or inconvenience to others

Ex: The irresponsible use of natural resources led to environmental degradation in the area .
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grade
grade
[noun]

a letter or number given by a teacher to show how a student is performing in class, school, etc.

Ex: The students eagerly awaited their report cards to see their final grades.
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additional
additional
[Adjective]

added or extra to what is already present or available

Ex: He requested additional time to review the contract before signing .
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apology
apology
[noun]

something that a person says or writes that shows they regret what they did to someone

Ex: After realizing her mistake , she offered a sincere apology to her colleague .
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to look up

to try to find information in a dictionary, computer, etc.

Ex: You should look up the word to improve your vocabulary .
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essay
essay
[noun]

a piece of writing that briefly analyzes or discusses a specific subject

Ex: The newspaper published an essay criticizing government policies .
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button
button
[noun]

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

Ex: The jacket has three buttons in the front for closing it .
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accident
accident
[noun]

an unexpected and unpleasant event that happens by chance, usually causing damage or injury

Ex: Despite taking precautions , accidents can still happen in the workplace .
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to accuse
to accuse
[Verb]

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

Ex: The protesters accused the government of ignoring their demands .
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purpose
purpose
[noun]

a desired outcome that guides one's plans or actions

Ex: Finding one 's purpose in life often involves introspection and understanding one 's passions and values .
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toward
toward
[preposition]

in the direction of a particular person or thing

Ex: He walked toward the library to return his books .
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fault
fault
[noun]

a wrong move or act

Ex: The committee found a fault in the financial report , leading to an audit .
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still
still
[Adverb]

up to now or the time stated

Ex: The concert tickets are still available .
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to hurt
to hurt
[Verb]

to cause injury or physical pain to yourself or someone else

Ex: She was running and hurt her thigh muscle .
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obviously
obviously
[Adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The cake was half-eaten , so obviously, someone had already enjoyed a slice .
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fuse
fuse
[noun]

an electrical device that is used to stop or control the flow of current in a circuit in case it is too strong

Ex: Modern homes often use circuit breakers instead of fuses.
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to offer
to offer
[Verb]

to present or propose something to someone

Ex: He generously offered his time and expertise to mentor aspiring entrepreneurs .
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to recover

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

Ex: With proper treatment , many people can recover from mental health challenges .
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to sabotage

to intentionally damage or undermine something, often for personal gain or as an act of protest or revenge

Ex: Sabotaging your own success by procrastination is counterproductive .
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necessary
necessary
[Adjective]

needed to be done for a particular reason or purpose

Ex: Having the right tools is necessary to complete the project efficiently .
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heartfelt
heartfelt
[Adjective]

expressing a genuine or sincere emotion, feeling, or thought

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effective
effective
[Adjective]

achieving the intended or desired result

Ex: Wearing sunscreen every day is an effective way to protect your skin from sun damage .
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blackmail
blackmail
[noun]

the crime of demanding money or benefits from someone by threatening to reveal secret or sensitive information about them

Ex: The police launched an investigation into a case of blackmail involving threatening letters sent to a local politician .
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discussion

a conversation with someone about a serious subject

Ex: The discussion about the proposed law lasted for hours .
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to forgive

to stop being angry or blaming someone for what they have done, and to choose not to punish them for their mistakes or flaws

Ex: Last year, the family forgave their relative for past wrongs.
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