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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 workers ’ political movement demanded better wages and conditions .
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the process of a significant and fundamental change in something, often resulting in a new form or state

Ex: The city ’s transformation into a cultural hub has attracted many tourists .
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gradual
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The decline in biodiversity in the region has been gradual, but its effects are becoming increasingly evident .
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incremental
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The artist refined their technique through incremental experimentation with different mediums .
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striking
[Adjective]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

Ex: He had a striking look with his tall frame and distinctive tattoos , making him unforgettable .
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distance
[noun]

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

Ex: The telescope allowed astronomers to accurately measure the distance to distant galaxies .
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haggard
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The soldiers returned from battle looking haggard and drained .
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a great deal
[phrase]

to a large extent

Ex: She a great deal about her family 's well-being .
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to provide someone or something with encouragement or help

Ex: The teacher always tries to support her students by offering extra help after class .
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attorney
[noun]

a lawyer who represents someone in a court of law

Ex: The attorney advised her on the best course of action for the lawsuit .
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attentive
[Adjective]

giving much attention to something or someone with interest

Ex: His attentive gaze never wavered from the speaker , absorbing every word .
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conundrum
[noun]

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

Ex: She found herself in a conundrum when she had to choose between two equally appealing job offers .
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to impose a punishment on someone for a wrongdoing or violation

Ex: By the end of the day , the school will have hopefully penalized those who cheated on the exam .
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hero
[noun]

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

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compassionate
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her compassionate gestures , such as offering a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on , provided solace to her friends in distress .
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great sympathy for a person or animal that is suffering

Ex: His compassion for the homeless inspired him to start a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing shelter and resources .
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courage
[noun]

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

Ex: Overcoming fear requires both courage and determination .
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courageous
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expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

Ex: The rescue dog demonstrated a courageous effort in saving lives during the disaster response mission .
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time and effort that a person persistently puts into something that they value, such as a job or goal

Ex: The success of the event was a result of the organizers ’ dedication.
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dedicated
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She showed dedicated leadership in guiding her team to success .
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the quality of working toward something despite difficulties

Ex: The team 's determination led them to victory against the odds .
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determined
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her determined spirit inspired everyone around her to work harder .
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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

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

Ex: The monument was built to dignify the legacy of the leader .
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the quality of being modest, unpretentious, and not overly proud of oneself

Ex: His humbleness prevented him from boasting about his achievements .
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humble
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behaving in a way that shows the lack of pride or sense of superiority over others

Ex: The humble leader listens to the ideas and concerns of others , valuing their contributions .
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something created through original thought and effort

Ex: The film was an inspiration that redefined storytelling .
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inspirational
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The teacher 's inspirational words encouraged her students to believe in themselves and their abilities .
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the quality of continuing to work towards a goal or task despite facing obstacles or difficulties

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persistent
[Adjective]

continuing to do something despite facing criticism or difficulties

Ex: The persistent entrepreneur faced numerous obstacles but never wavered in pursuit of her dream .
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resource
[noun]

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

Ex: She utilized her network of contacts as a valuable resource for career advancement .
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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 engineer developed a cost-effective solution to improve the efficiency of the manufacturing process .
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will
[noun]

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

Ex: His will to make a difference inspired many in his community to take action .
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willing
[Adjective]

interested or ready to do something

Ex: She was willing to listen to different perspectives before making a decision .
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Insight - Upper-intermediate
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