Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 1 - 1D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1D in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "dignify", "haggard", "conundrum", etc.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate

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

Ex: The environmental political movement advocates for climate policies .

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

Ex: The forest underwent a transformation after the wildfire , with new plants starting to grow .
gradual [adjective]

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

Ex: The erosion of the coastline was a gradual process , occurring over many years .
incremental [adjective]

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

Ex: She achieved her fitness goals through incremental changes to her diet and exercise routine .
striking [adjective]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

Ex: His striking blue hair and elaborate tattoos made him a memorable figure in the local art scene .
distance [noun]

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

Ex: The marathon runner trained to improve her endurance and cover longer distances .
haggard [adjective]

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

Ex: She gave a haggard smile , her face lined with exhaustion .

to a large extent

Ex: I learned a great deal during my internship .

to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: The government launched new programs to support small businesses during the economic downturn .
attorney [noun]

a lawyer who represents someone in a court of law

Ex: The attorney prepared the necessary documents for the property transfer .
attentive [adjective]

focusing with interest or concentration

Ex: He remained attentive to the details of the contract .

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

Ex: Deciding whether to prioritize economic growth or environmental protection is a significant conundrum for policymakers .

to impose a punishment on someone for a wrongdoing or violation

Ex: Companies may penalize employees for breaching ethical standards through disciplinary actions .
hero [noun]

a person who deserves great admiration for their bravery or good deeds

compassionate [adjective]

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

Ex: In times of crisis , it 's essential to have compassionate leaders who understand and address the needs of the community .

great sympathy for a person or animal that is suffering

Ex: In times of crisis , communities often come together to support each other with compassion and generosity .
courage [noun]

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

Ex: His courage in the face of adversity inspired everyone around him .
courageous [adjective]

expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

Ex: The young explorer exhibited a courageous spirit as he ventured into the uncharted wilderness in search of new discoveries .

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

Ex: She admired his dedication to helping others through volunteer work .
dedicated [adjective]

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

Ex:

the quality of working toward something despite difficulties

Ex: They admired her determination to succeed in a competitive field .
determined [adjective]

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

Ex: The team was determined to win the championship , training rigorously .
dignity [noun]

the quality of being worthy of respect and honor, which can be attributed to a person's behavior, actions, or sense of self-worth

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

Ex: The ceremony was meant to dignify the sacrifices of the soldiers .

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

Ex: The teacher admired the student 's humbleness in receiving praise .
humble [adjective]

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

Ex: Her humble attitude endears her to everyone she meets , making her a beloved friend .

something created through original thought and effort

Ex: The design was an inspiration blending culture and innovation .
inspirational [adjective]

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

Ex: The painting was so beautiful and inspirational that it left a lasting impression on everyone who saw it .

the quality of continuing to work towards a goal or task despite facing obstacles or difficulties

persistent [adjective]

continuing to do something despite facing criticism or difficulties

Ex: Despite facing rejection , she remained persistent in her job search , applying to numerous positions .
resource [noun]

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

Ex:
resourceful [adjective]

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

Ex: The resourceful student used online tutorials and library resources to teach themselves a new language .
will [noun]

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

Ex: The team 's collective will to win kept them motivated throughout the grueling tournament .
willing [adjective]

interested or ready to do something

Ex: The volunteers were willing to donate their time to help those in need .