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Insight - Intermediate - Unit 1 - 1A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1A in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "blonde", "elegant", "variation", etc.

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Insight - Intermediate
blonde
blonde
[noun]

someone with hair that is light or pale yellow or gold in color

Ex: She is a blonde who loves to experiment with different hairstyles and colors. 
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broad-shouldered
broad-shouldered
[Adjective]

having wide and well-defined shoulders

Ex: The broad-shouldered man effortlessly lifted the heavy box. 
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suntanned
suntanned
[Adjective]

(of a person's skin) having a dark color after being exposed to the sun

Ex: His suntanned face and arms were evidence of his love for outdoor activities like hiking and swimming. 
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middle-aged
middle-aged
[Adjective]

(of a person) approximately between 45 to 65 years old, typically indicating a stage of life between young adulthood and old age

Ex: The middle-aged man enjoyed his evening walks in the park. 
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short-haired
short-haired
[Adjective]

having hair that is not long

Ex: The short-haired dog ran across the field. 
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blue-eyed
blue-eyed
[Adjective]

having eyes that are blue in color

Ex: The blue-eyed child smiled brightly. 
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pale
pale
[Adjective]

light in color or shade

Ex: The artist painted the landscape with pale green meadows and distant mountains. 
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straight
straight
[Adjective]

(of hair) having a smooth texture with no natural curls or waves

Ex: Her naturally straight hair required little styling. 
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fair
fair
[Adjective]

(of skin or hair) very light in color

Ex: She had fair skin that was sensitive to the sun. 
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far
far
[Adverb]

to or at a great distance

Ex: She could hear the music from far down the street. 
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beautiful
beautiful
[Adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: He painted a beautiful portrait of his sister. 
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elegant
elegant
[Adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: She wore an elegant gown to the gala, turning heads with her timeless beauty. 
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ugly
ugly
[Adjective]

not pleasant to the mind or senses

Ex: Don't be so mean, calling someone ugly is not nice. 
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unattractive
unattractive
[Adjective]

not pleasing to the eye

Ex: The unattractive building stood out among the elegant architecture of the city. 
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variation
variation
[noun]

a slight change in level, amount, magnitude, etc. of something

Ex: There is a small variation in temperature between day and night. 
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brace
brace
[noun]

an orthodontic device made of metal wires that is fitted in the mouth to push teeth in the right position

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bob
bob
[noun]

a short haircut for women or men in which the hair is typically cut straight around the head at jaw-level

Ex: She decided to cut her hair into a sleek bob for a chic look. 
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bun
bun
[noun]

a hairstyle in which The hair is pulled back from the face, twisted, and coiled on top

Ex: She tied her hair into a neat bun before heading to her yoga class. 
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crop
crop
[noun]

a hairstyle in which the back and sides are cut short or faded

Ex: He got a neat crop at the barber shop. 
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dreadlock
dreadlock
[noun]

a rope-like piece of hair formed by twisting or braiding hair, known to be worn by Rastafarians

Ex: He wore his hair in thick dreadlocks that fell down to his shoulders. 
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dyed
dyed
[Adjective]

colored in a way that is not natural, but done artificially

Ex: She wore a bright red dyed scarf to match her outfit. 
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plait
plait
[noun]

a long piece of hair formed by three parts twisted over each other

Ex: She wore her hair in a single plait down her back. 
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ponytail
ponytail
[noun]

a hairstyle in which the hair is pulled away from the face and gathered at the back of the head, secured in a way that hangs loosely

Ex: She tied her hair into a ponytail before going for a run. 
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shaved
shaved
[Adjective]

having had all or most of one's hair or beard removed with a razor or other cutting tool

Ex: He walked into the office with a freshly shaved face. 
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spiky
spiky
[Adjective]

(of hair) sticking upward on the top of the head

Ex: He styled his hair in a spiky fashion for a bold, energetic look. 
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wavy
wavy
[Adjective]

(of hair) having a slight curl or wave to it, creating a soft and gentle appearance

Ex: He has naturally wavy hair that adds a touch of charm to his appearance. 
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curly
curly
[Adjective]

(of hair) having a spiral-like pattern

Ex: Curly hair can be easy to manage with the right products and care. 
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