Insight - Intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 10

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 10 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "pros and cons", "flowing", "sick and tired", etc.

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sick and tired

[phrase]

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

Ex: I'm sick and tired of waiting for him to call.

trial and error

[phrase]

the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

Ex: He learned to fix the machine through trial and error.

fish and chips

[phrase]

a dish of fried fish served with chips

Ex: We ordered fish and chips for lunch and enjoyed them by the seaside.

bright and early

[phrase]

at an hour of the morning that is really early

Ex: We need to leave bright and early tomorrow.

peace and quiet

[phrase]

a state or situation that is free from disturbance, noise, or any kind of interruption or disruption, typically characterized by calmness, serenity, and tranquility

Ex: After a busy week, all I want is some peace and quiet to relax.

pros and cons

[phrase]

the positive and negative elements, arguments, outcomes, etc. of something

Ex: Before making a decision on whether to accept the job offer, she carefully weighed the pros and cons, considering factors such as salary, work-life balance, and career growth.

safe and sound

[phrase]

not damaged or injured in any way

Ex: After the storm, the children were found safe and sound.

word for word

[phrase]

as it was originally spoken or written, without any changes or omissions

Ex: She memorized the speech word for word.

sooner or later

[phrase]

eventually, particularly after a long delay or dispute

Ex: Sooner or later, everyone faces challenges and adversity in their lives; it's a part of the human experience.

more or less

[phrase]

used to indicate a rough estimate without precise measurements or exact figures

Ex: The trip will take more or less five hours, depending on traffic.

step by step

[Adverb]

(of a task or process) in a way that moves on to the next task or process after completing the previous one

Ex: He gained confidence step by step through experience.

beauty

[noun]

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

Ex: The beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe.

dedication

[noun]

time and effort that a person persistently puts into something that they value, such as a job or goal

Ex: Her dedication to her studies earned her top grades.

maturity

[noun]

the state and quality of being mentally and behaviorally rational and sensible

Ex: Tom admired his grandfather for his wisdom and maturity, gained through a lifetime of experiences.

style

[noun]

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

Ex: His questioning style made the interviewees feel at ease.

success

[noun]

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

Ex: His hard work and determination finally led to the success he had been striving for.

vision

[noun]

a mental image of what one wants or hopes to achieve in the future

comical

[Adjective]

causing laughter or amusement because of being funny or ridiculous

Ex: His exaggerated facial expressions during the magic show were comical and entertaining.

dramatic

[Adjective]

related to acting, plays, or the theater

Ex: She took a course in dramatic arts at university.

flowing

[Adjective]

smooth and continuous without interruption

Ex: The author’s flowing prose made the novel easy to read.

lifelike

[Adjective]

having the appearance or qualities that closely resemble or imitate real life

Ex: The movie's special effects were so lifelike that it was hard to distinguish them from real-life footage.

moving

[Adjective]

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

Ex: The moving speech by the survivor brought tears to the eyes of everyone in the audience.

original

[Adjective]

existing at the start of a specific period or process

Ex: The gardens have recently been restored to their original glory.

romantic

[Adjective]

related to a cultural and artistic movement characterized by an emphasis on emotion, individualism, and appreciation of nature

cutting-edge

[Adjective]

having the latest and most advanced features or design

Ex: The cutting-edge medical device uses nanotechnology to deliver targeted treatments with unprecedented precision.

family-oriented

[Adjective]

focused on family values, activities, or relationships

Ex: She prefers a family-oriented work environment.

little-known

[Adjective]

not widely or generally recognized

Ex: The book explores a little-known historical event.

open-air

[Adjective]

(of an area or space) situated outside and is not covered or enclosed in any way

Ex: The restaurant has an open-air terrace where diners can enjoy their meals with a view.

world-famous

[Adjective]

widely known and recognized around the world

Ex: The world-famous landmark attracts tourists from every corner of the globe.

black-and-white

[Adjective]

(of a motion picture, photograph, etc.) showing only black, white, and gray colors

Ex: She preferred to decorate her living room with black-and-white photographs for a timeless look.

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