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Insight - Intermediate - Unit 7 - 7A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7A in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "distinguish", "utterly", "repulsive", etc.

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Insight - Intermediate
to detect
to detect
[Verb]

to notice or discover something that is difficult to find

Ex: The security system is designed to detect unauthorized access to the building. 
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to view
to view
[Verb]

to carefully look at something

Ex: I often view the sunrise from my bedroom window. 
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to notice
to notice
[Verb]

to pay attention and become aware of a particular thing or person

Ex: I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset as I walked along the beach. 
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to realize

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

Ex: He realized his mistake at once after reviewing the report. 
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to distinguish

to recognize and mentally separate two things, people, etc.

Ex: The detective could distinguish the authentic painting from the clever forgery. 
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to differentiate

to recognize the difference present between two people or things

Ex: The teacher helps her students differentiate between similar-sounding words by highlighting their distinct meanings and usage. 
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to consider

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

Ex: I need to consider whether to accept the promotion. 
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fairly
fairly
[Adverb]

more than average, but not too much

Ex: I found the assignment fairly easy; I finished it in an hour. 
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tasteless
tasteless
[Adjective]

lacking flavor or an interesting taste

Ex: The tasteless crackers were disappointing, lacking any discernible flavor. 
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somewhat
somewhat
[Adverb]

to a moderate degree or extent

Ex: I was somewhat surprised by his reaction. 
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utterly
utterly
[Adverb]

to the fullest degree or extent, used for emphasis

Ex: The failure of the experiment left the scientists utterly perplexed. 
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repulsive
repulsive
[Adjective]

causing a strong feeling of disgust or dislike

Ex: The repulsive smell emanating from the garbage can made her feel nauseated. 
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universally
universally
[Adverb]

in a way that is appropriate or accepted everywhere, by everyone, or in all cases

Ex: Basic human rights are universally acknowledged and protected. 
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to accept
to accept
[Verb]

to say yes to what is asked of you or offered to you

Ex: He accepted the responsibility of caring for the dog. 
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possible
possible
[Adjective]

able to exist, happen, or be done

Ex: Even when it seems unlikely, making new friends in a new city is possible. 
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extreme
extreme
[Adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The hikers faced extreme weather conditions during their ascent, including freezing temperatures and high winds. 
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unpleasant
unpleasant
[Adjective]

not liked or enjoyed

Ex: It's unpleasant to work in an office with no windows. 
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certain
certain
[Adjective]

feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it

Ex: Being certain of her feelings, she decided to confess her love. 
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texture
texture
[noun]

the way that a certain type of food feels in one's mouth, whether it is hard, smooth, etc.

Ex: The texture of the cake was light and fluffy. 
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lumpy
lumpy
[Adjective]

having small, sticky lumps or irregularities in texture

Ex: The sauce turned out lumpy after I forgot to whisk it properly. 
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juicy
juicy
[Adjective]

(of food) having a lot of liquid and tasting fresh or flavorful

Ex: The juicy watermelon was refreshing on a hot summer day. 
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chewy
chewy
[Adjective]

(of food) requiring to be chewed a lot in order to be swallowed easily

Ex: The chewy caramel candies stuck to her teeth as she savored their sweetness. 
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crunchy
crunchy
[Adjective]

firm and making a crisp sound when pressed, stepped on, or chewed

Ex: The crunchy texture of the fresh vegetables added a satisfying contrast to the salad. 
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oily
oily
[Adjective]

(of food) containing a lot of oil

Ex: The fish was overly oily, making the dish feel heavy and rich. 
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crumbly
crumbly
[Adjective]

easily breaking into small pieces when pressed

Ex: The crumbly texture of the cookie made it perfect for dipping into milk. 
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moist
moist
[Adjective]

containing a small amount of moisture

Ex: The soil in the garden was moist after a recent rainfall, perfect for planting seeds. 
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runny
runny
[Adjective]

having a thin and watery texture, often flowing freely on a surface

Ex: The runny paint dripped down the canvas in streaks. 
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creamy
creamy
[Adjective]

having a smooth and soft texture

Ex: The soup had a creamy texture, rich and velvety on the palate. 
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fresh
fresh
[Adjective]

(of food) recently harvested, caught, or made

Ex: He made a smoothie with fresh bananas and blueberries. 
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soft
soft
[Adjective]

gentle to the touch

Ex: He wore a soft woolen scarf around his neck to stay warm. 
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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

Ex: The marble countertop was smooth to the touch. 
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