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Insight - Intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 4

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 4 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "contaminate", "overhead", "devastate", etc.

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over
[preposition]

at a position above or higher than something

Ex: The sun appeared over the horizon .
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overhead
[Adjective]

located or occurring above the level of the head

Ex: The overhead speakers broadcast announcements throughout the building .
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overexcited
[Adjective]

extremely enthusiastic about something

Ex: The overexcited crowd cheered loudly .
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overcrowded
[Adjective]

(of a space or area) filled with too many people or things, causing discomfort or lack of space

Ex: The train was overcrowded, and there was barely enough room to stand .
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overcoat
[noun]

a long coat worn in cold weather to keep the body warm

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transatlantic
[Adjective]

spanning to both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, typically between Europe and North America

Ex: The novel explores themes of identity and belonging through the lens of a transatlantic journey .
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minibus
[noun]

a small passenger-carrying vehicle that is larger than a typical car but smaller than a full-sized bus

Ex: The tour company offers guided city tours in a comfortable , air-conditioned minibus.
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tricycle
[noun]

a vehicle with three wheels that is typically ridden by children and has pedals and handlebars for steering

Ex: They used a tricycle to transport groceries from the market back home , as it was easier to carry heavy bags .
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the part of a scene, photograph, etc. that is closest to the observer

Ex: In the painting , the artist skillfully blended colors to emphasize the figures in the foreground.
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bilingual
[Adjective]

able to speak, understand, or use two languages fluently

Ex: The bilingual signage in airports and train stations facilitates communication for travelers from different linguistic backgrounds .
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ex
[noun]

the person one used to be married to or have a relationship with

Ex: Despite being divorced , they both attended their daughter 's graduation , showing that they could still be amicable exes.
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to make a place, substance, etc. dirty or harmful by adding dangerous material

Ex: Oil spills can contaminate beaches and marine ecosystems , causing extensive environmental damage .
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to destroy something completely

Ex: Losing her job unexpectedly devastated her plans for the future .
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to completely disappear or cease to exist

Ex: By the end of the century , experts fear that some ecosystems will have died out due to climate change .
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to leave a place to be safe from a dangerous situation

Ex: A chemical spill near the industrial area prompted citizens to evacuate nearby neighborhoods .
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to spread
[Verb]

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

Ex: The use of radios spread to remote areas , allowing people to receive news faster .
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to move to a new place or position

Ex: The tech startup decided to relocate its office to a tech hub to attract top talent .
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national
[Adjective]

relating to a particular nation or country, including its people, culture, government, and interests

Ex: The national economy is influenced by factors such as trade , employment , and inflation .
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to build
[Verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: The historical monument was built in the 18th century .
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to function in a specific way

Ex: While the repairs were ongoing , the backup generator was operating to provide electricity .
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circle
[noun]

a completely round, plain shape

Ex: The sun was a bright orange circle in the sky during the sunset .
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