Insight - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 8 - 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8A in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "racetrack", "brilliant", "confidence", etc.

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patience [noun]

the ability to accept or tolerate difficult or annoying situations without complaining or becoming angry

Ex: Teaching young children requires a lot of patience .

confidence [noun]

the belief in one's own ability to achieve goals and get the desired results

Ex: The athlete 's confidence grew after each successful performance .

importance [noun]

the quality or state of being significant or having a strong influence on something

Ex: The importance of teamwork was highlighted during the project .

different [adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: She tried different hairstyles to change her look .

sport [noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Football is a popular sport that is played with a round ball and two teams .

place [noun]

a specific location on the earth's surface, often used in mapping

boxing ring [noun]

a square or rectangular area, typically surrounded by ropes, where boxers compete in the sport of boxing

Ex: The boxing ring was surrounded by a large audience during the event .

climbing wall [noun]

a vertical surface that is specially designed to be climbed, often used for sport

Ex: The climbing wall is designed to simulate outdoor rock formations .

football field [noun]

a rectangular field with marked zones at each end, used as the playing area in American football

Ex: Fans cheered loudly as the teams entered the football field .

golf course [noun]

a place where people go to play golf

Ex: The championship was held at one of the most prestigious golf courses in the country , known for its challenging holes and stunning views .

gym [noun]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

Ex: She joined a new gym near her house .

ice rink [noun]

a large flat surface, typically made of ice, designed for ice-skating, ice hockey, and other winter sports

Ex: The local ice rink offers lessons for beginners .

racecourse [noun]

a track that is specifically designed and equipped for horse racing, dog racing, or other types of races

racetrack [noun]

a course specifically designed for racing events, where human runners, horses, or cars can compete against each other

Ex: The racetrack was closed for maintenance , so the event was rescheduled .

of [preposition]

used when stating one's opinion about someone or something

Ex: Many critics praised the film for its unique storytelling and stunning visuals , which they found to be a refreshing change of pace .

in [preposition]

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

Ex:

on [preposition]

in contact with and upheld by a surface

Ex: He placed the keys on the counter .

for [preposition]

used to indicate who is supposed to have or use something or where something is intended to be put

Ex: These cookies are for the school bake sale .

independence [noun]

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own .

violent [adjective]

(of a person and their actions) using or involving physical force that is intended to damage or harm

Ex: The violent criminal threatened others with a knife during the robbery .

distance [noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The marathon runner trained to improve her endurance and cover longer distances .

intelligent [adjective]

good at learning things, understanding ideas, and thinking clearly

Ex: My sister is incredibly intelligent ; she can solve complex math problems easily .

brilliant [adjective]

extremely clever, talented, or impressive

Ex: She ’s a brilliant leader who inspires her team to achieve great results .

running track [noun]

a special surface for athletes to run on, which is made of a rubbery material

Ex: She trains every morning on the running track to prepare for the upcoming competition .

stadium [noun]

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

Ex: The city invested in upgrading the stadium to include modern amenities , such as improved seating and high-definition video screens .

swimming pool [noun]

a specially designed structure that holds water for people to swim in

Ex: My friend 's backyard has a small , but refreshing , swimming pool .

tennis court [noun]

an area shaped like a rectangle that is made for playing tennis

Ex: The tennis court was bustling with activity as players of all ages participated in lessons and friendly matches throughout the day .

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