Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 1 - 1D

an attempt by a group of people with a common ideology or goal working together to influence or change political policies and systems

the process of a significant and fundamental change in something, often resulting in a new form or state

occurring slowly and step-by-step over a long period of time

changing or progressing in small, steady steps rather than in sudden leaps or bounds

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

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

looking extremely tired, often due to stress, illness, or lack of sleep

to a large extent

to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

a lawyer who represents someone in a court of law

giving much attention to something or someone with interest

a problem or question that is confusing and needs a lot of skill or effort to solve or answer

to impose a punishment on someone for a wrongdoing or violation

showing kindness and understanding toward others, especially during times of difficulty or suffering

great sympathy for a person or animal that is suffering

the quality to face danger or hardship without giving in to fear

expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

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

fully committed and loyal to a task, cause, or purpose

the quality of working toward something despite difficulties

having or displaying a strong will to achieve a goal despite the challenges or obstacles

to give someone or something a sense of worth, honor, or respect

the quality of being modest, unpretentious, and not overly proud of oneself

behaving in a way that shows the lack of pride or sense of superiority over others

something created through original thought and effort

providing motivation, encouragement, enthusiasm, or a sense of purpose

continuing to do something despite facing criticism or difficulties

(usually plural) means such as equipment, money, manpower, etc. that a person or organization can benefit from

capable of finding different, clever, and efficient ways to solve problems, often using the resources available to them in innovative ways

a person's intention or desire, especially one that is strong or persistent

interested or ready to do something