Insight - Intermediate - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "determined", "modest", "assertive", etc.

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lazy [adjective]

avoiding work or activity and preferring to do as little as possible

Ex: Rather than cooking a meal , he opted for takeout because he was feeling too lazy to cook .

easygoing [adjective]

calm and not easily worried or upset

Ex: The easygoing teacher created a relaxed classroom atmosphere where students felt comfortable expressing themselves .

determined [adjective]

having or displaying a strong will to achieve a goal despite the challenges or obstacles

Ex: The team was determined to win the championship , training rigorously .

stubborn [adjective]

unwilling to change one's attitude or opinion despite good reasons to do so

Ex: The stubborn child refused to eat their vegetables , even after being told they were good for them .

modest [adjective]

not boasting about one's abilities, achievements, or belongings

Ex: The modest scientist downplayed her groundbreaking research , attributing it to collaboration and teamwork .

shy [adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: Even though she 's shy , she can express herself well through her artwork .

sensitive [adjective]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

Ex: She has a sensitive approach when dealing with emotionally charged situations .

emotional [adjective]

(of people) easily affected by or tend to express strong feelings and emotions

Ex: He gets emotional whenever he talks about his childhood memories .

arrogant [adjective]

showing a proud, unpleasant attitude toward others and having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

Ex: Her arrogant demeanor alienated her from her peers , leaving her with few friends .

assertive [adjective]

confident in expressing one's opinions, ideas, or needs in a clear, direct, and respectful manner

Ex: The assertive tone of her voice conveyed confidence and authority .