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Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 2 - 2C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2C in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "neglected", "refurbish", "inhibited", etc.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate
neglected
neglected
[Adjective]

ignored or not given enough attention or care

Ex: The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds. 
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run down
run down
[Adjective]

being in a state of low energy or reduced strength, often caused by prolonged effort or illness

Ex: After working twelve hours straight, she felt completely run down. 
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worthwhile
worthwhile
[Adjective]

deserving of time, effort, or attention due to inherent value or importance

Ex: Learning a new language can be a worthwhile endeavor, opening up opportunities for personal and professional growth. 
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abandoned
abandoned
[Adjective]

(of a building, car, etc.) left and not needed or used anymore

Ex: The abandoned house was falling apart. 
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wasteful
wasteful
[Adjective]

(of a person or thing) using more resources, time, or money than is necessary or appropriate

Ex: She was criticized for her wasteful spending habits, often buying things she didn't need. 
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thriving
thriving
[Adjective]

characterized by growth and success

Ex: The thriving business expanded its operations to new markets. 
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attractive
attractive
[Adjective]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

Ex: Her confident and friendly personality makes her very attractive to others. 
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to care for

to provide treatment for or help a person or an animal that is sick or injured

Ex: The nurse cares for elderly patients at the hospital. 
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inhabited
inhabited
[Adjective]

(of a place) having people or animals living in a place

Ex: The inhabited village stood between the mountains. 
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efficient
efficient
[Adjective]

(of a person) capable of performing tasks with the least amount of wasted time, effort, or resources

Ex: By implementing new organizational systems, she was able to become more efficient at managing her workload. 
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to renovate

to give a boost to one's energy or mood

Ex: A brisk morning walk in the fresh air was enough to renovate his mood. 
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decline
decline
[noun]

a change toward a smaller, lower, or reduced state

Ex: The company reported a decline in sales this quarter. 
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unappealing
unappealing
[Adjective]

having features or qualities that are not aesthetically pleasing or attractive

Ex: The food looked unappealing due to its dull color. 
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pointless
pointless
[Adjective]

lacking any purpose or goal

Ex: The argument was pointless as neither party was willing to compromise. 
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urban
urban
[Adjective]

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

Ex: Urban studies examine the challenges of housing in densely populated areas. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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bus shelter

a structure at a bus stop, providing protection from the weather for passengers waiting for a bus

Ex: The bus shelter was full of people waiting for the rain to stop. 
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path
path
[noun]

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Ex: Cyclists and walkers shared the path through the park. 
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high-rise
high-rise
[noun]

a very tall building with many floors

Ex: The city skyline was dotted with towering high-rises, each competing for prominence. 
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road sign
road sign
[noun]

a sign that shows warnings or information to drivers

Ex: The road sign warned drivers of a sharp curve ahead. 
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industrial
industrial
[Adjective]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

Ex: The city's economy thrived due to its industrial base, which included manufacturing plants and factories. 
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estate
estate
[noun]

a vast area that is the property of an individual, usually with a large house built on it

Ex: The family inherited a beautiful estate with sprawling gardens and a historic mansion. 
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parking meter

a device found on a street or in a parking lot that requires payment to allow a vehicle to be parked for a certain amount of time

Ex: He inserted coins into the parking meter to pay for an hour. 
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pedestrian crossing

a designated area on a road where pedestrians have the right of way to cross the street safely

Ex: Drivers must stop at the pedestrian crossing when people are waiting to cross. 
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speed bump

a raised portion of a road surface designed to slow down vehicles in order to increase safety for pedestrians or other drivers

Ex: The car slowed down as it approached the speed bump. 
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to board up

to cover or close off a window, door, or other opening with wooden boards

Ex: They had to board up the windows before the storm. 
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to crumble

(of a building) to fall apart

Ex: After years of neglect, the old abandoned house began to crumble, its walls giving way to the elements. 
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derelict
derelict
[Adjective]

having a poor condition, often because of being abandoned or neglected for a long time

Ex: The derelict house had broken windows and a collapsing roof. 
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to flourish

to grow in a healthy and strong way

Ex: The garden began to flourish with proper sunlight and watering. 
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prosperous
prosperous
[Adjective]

rich and financially successful

Ex: He built a prosperous business from scratch. 
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to refurbish

to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

Ex: They refurbished the old house to make it livable again. 
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robust
robust
[Adjective]

physically strong and healthy

Ex: Despite his advanced age, his robust health allowed him to hike long distances without difficulty. 
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shabby
shabby
[Adjective]

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

Ex: He showed up to the job interview looking shabby, with wrinkled clothes and unkempt hair. 
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