Insight - Intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 1

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 1 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "stunning", "arrogance", "gorgeous", etc.

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stunning [adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The view from the mountaintop was absolutely stunning .

slender [adjective]

(of a person or body part) attractively thin

Ex: His fingers were slender and nimble , perfect for playing the piano .

slim [adjective]

thin in an attractive way

Ex: She has a slim figure and always looks elegant in her outfits .

status [noun]

someone or something's professional or social position relative to that of others

Ex: The promotion elevated her status within the company .

to stretch [verb]

to make something longer, looser, or wider, especially by pulling it

Ex: He carefully stretched the dough to create a thin crust for the pizza .

appearance [noun]

the way that someone or something looks

Ex: She pays attention to her appearance , making sure her hair and makeup are perfect .

handsome [adjective]

(of a man) having an attractive face and body

Ex: She was excited to introduce her handsome fiancé to her family .

pretty [adjective]

visually pleasing in a charming way

Ex: The little girl had a pretty smile that melted hearts .

overweight [adjective]

weighing more than what is considered healthy or desirable for one's body size and build

Ex: Being overweight increases the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes .

fat [adjective]

(of people or animals) weighing much more than what is thought to be healthy for their body

Ex: The doctor advised him to exercise regularly to avoid becoming overweight or fat .

trim [adjective]

physically thin, fit, and attractive

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large [adjective]

above average in amount or size

Ex: The large book was heavy and difficult to carry around .

chubby [adjective]

(particularly of a child or young adult) slightly overweight in a way that is considered cute or charming rather than unhealthy or unattractive

Ex: She loved to cuddle her chubby cat , feeling its soft fur beneath her fingers .

skinny [adjective]

having a very low amount of body fat

Ex: The skinny boy could eat a lot without gaining weight .

underweight [adjective]

weighing less than the desired, healthy, or normal amount

Ex: The underweight child was put on a special diet to help him gain weight .

obese [adjective]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

Ex: The study focused on the dietary habits of obese individuals .

gorgeous [adjective]

extremely attractive and beautiful

Ex: She looked absolutely gorgeous in her evening gown .

elegant [adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple yet elegant , with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .

plump [adjective]

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

Ex: The actress gained weight for the role , appearing plump and round-faced to portray the character accurately .

arrogance [noun]

a behavior characterized by an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities, often with a lack of respect for others"

Ex: She spoke with arrogance and dismissed other opinions .

assertiveness [noun]

the quality of being confident and self-assured, especially in expressing one's own opinions and desires

Ex: The manager appreciated her assertiveness in meetings .

emotion [noun]

a strong feeling such as love, anger, etc.

Ex: Love is a complex emotion that can bring immense joy and deep sorrow .

laziness [noun]

(in theology) indifference or inactivity in moral or virtuous practice, considered a deadly sin

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modesty [noun]

he quality of not being too proud or boastful about one's abilities or achievements, and not drawing too much attention to oneself

Ex: Her modesty was apparent when she downplayed her role in the team 's victory .

shyness [noun]

a feeling of hesitancy, shame, or fearfulness in social situations

Ex: He struggled with shyness during his first few weeks at the new school .

stubbornness [noun]

the quality or trait of being unwilling to change one's mind or behavior despite opposition or difficulties

Ex: Despite the advice , her stubbornness kept her from altering her decision .

chic [adjective]

having an appealing appearance that is stylish

Ex: Despite being on a budget , she managed to create a chic and fashionable wardrobe .

designer [adjective]

made with sophistication and style by a renowned fashion designer, often indicating high-end craftsmanship and unique, stylish details

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innovative [adjective]

(of ideas, products, etc.) creative and unlike anything else that exists

Ex: The team introduced an innovative marketing strategy that had never been attempted before .

secondhand [adjective]

previously owned or used by someone else

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retro [noun]

fashion trends, music, decor, clothing, or styles from past decades, or inspired by them

Ex: They specialize in selling retro that spans from mid-century furniture to 80s memorabilia .

stylish [adjective]

(of a person) attractive and with a good taste in fashion

Ex: Despite her busy schedule , she manages to stay stylish and put together at all times .

fashionable [adjective]

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

Ex: Despite her busy schedule , she manages to remain fashionable and well-dressed for every occasion .

vintage [adjective]

(of things) old but highly valued for the quality, excellent condition, or timeless design

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expensively [adverb]

in a way that involves a high cost or requires a lot of money

Ex: She furnished her office expensively with imported furniture .

branded [adjective]

(of a product) marked or labeled with a distinctive name or logo of a particular company

Insight - Intermediate
Unit 1 - Introduction	Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1D
Unit 1 - 1E	Vocabulary Insight 1	Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2C
Unit 2 - 2D	Unit 2 - 2E	Vocabulary Insight 2	Unit 3 - 3A
Unit 3 - 3C	Unit 3 - 3D	Unit 3 - 3E	Vocabulary Insight 3
Unit 4 - 4A	Unit 4 - 4C	Unit 4 - 4D	Vocabulary Insight 4
Unit 5 - 5A	Unit 5 - 5C	Unit 5 - 5D	Vocabulary Insight 5
Unit 6 - 6A	Unit 6 - 6C	Unit 6 - 6D	Unit 6 - 6E
Vocabulary Insight 6	Unit 7 - 7A	Unit 7 - 7C	Unit 7 - 7D
Unit 7 - 7E	Vocabulary Insight 7	Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8C
Unit 8 - 8D	Unit 8 - 8E	Vocabulary Insight 8	Unit 9 - 9A
Unit 9 - 9C	Unit 9 - 9D	Vocabulary Insight 9	Unit 10 - 10A
Unit 10 - 10C	Unit 10 - 10D	Unit 10 - 10E	Vocabulary Insight 10