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Insight - Intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 7

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 7 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "glare", "differentiate", "utter", etc.

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homonym
homonym
[noun]

each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin

Ex: It's essential to consider context when deciphering the meaning of a homonym in a sentence. 
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homophone
homophone
[noun]

(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin

Ex: The homophones "piece" and "peace" are frequently confused by new English learners. 
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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 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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peer
peer
[noun]

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

Ex: In high school, he struggled to find peers who shared his passion for classical literature. 
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to peer
to peer
[Verb]

to look closely or attentively at something, often in an effort to see or understand it better

Ex: I often peer into the night sky to spot constellations. 
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pier
pier
[noun]

a long platform built from the shore into the sea that people can go for entertainment or a walk

Ex: Families strolled along the pier, enjoying the salty breeze and panoramic views of the ocean. 
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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 stare
to stare
[Verb]

to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

Ex: I often stare at the night sky, contemplating the stars. 
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to bear
to bear
[Verb]

to allow the presence of an unpleasant person, thing, or situation without complaining or giving up

Ex: She had to bear the presence of her annoying coworker throughout the project. 
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to blink
to blink
[Verb]

to open and close the eyes quickly and for a brief moment

Ex: The bright light made her blink. 
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glare
glare
[noun]

a steady and sharp stare that conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility

Ex: She gave him a glare when he interrupted her. 
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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 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 care
to care
[Verb]

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

Ex: Despite his rough exterior, he cares a lot about his friends. 
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difficulty

a challenge or circumstance, typically encountered while trying to reach a goal or finish something

Ex: The Smiths experienced significant financial difficulty after unexpected medical expenses depleted their savings. 
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entire
entire
[Adjective]

involving or describing the whole of something

Ex: She spent the entire day cleaning the house, leaving no corner untouched. 
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to taste
to taste
[Verb]

to have a specific flavor

Ex: The soup tastes delicious with the added herbs. 
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to utter
to utter
[Verb]

to express something verbally

Ex: Despite her nervousness, she uttered her opinion with confidence and clarity. 
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wide
wide
[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The river was wide, spanning several hundred meters across. 
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snuffle
snuffle
[noun]

the act of breathing noisily, especially when one has a cold or respiratory illness

Ex: His constant snuffle showed he had a cold. 
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to snore
to snore
[Verb]

to breathe through one's nose and mouth in a noisy way while asleep

Ex: My roommate often snores loudly, keeping me awake at night. 
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to whisper

to speak very softly or quietly, usually to avoid being overheard by others who are nearby

Ex: The students often whisper during the silent reading time. 
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to investigate

to try to find the truth about a crime, accident, etc. by carefully examining its facts

Ex: The police were called to investigate the suspicious death. 
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