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 [adjective]

ignored or not given enough attention or care

Ex:
run down [adjective]

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

Ex: He was run down from juggling three jobs at once .
worthwhile [adjective]

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

Ex: The hiking trail offers a worthwhile experience with stunning views of the mountains .
abandoned [adjective]

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

Ex:
wasteful [adjective]

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

Ex: He was wasteful with his time , spending hours procrastinating instead of working .
thriving [adjective]

characterized by growth and success

Ex: She felt grateful to be part of a thriving artistic community .
attractive [adjective]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

Ex: The charismatic singer has an attractive voice that captivates the audience .

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

Ex: The rescue team cares for injured wildlife before releasing them back into the wild .
inhabited [adjective]

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

Ex: The forest is one of the most inhabited ecosystems in the region .
efficient [adjective]

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

Ex: The efficient manager streamlined the workflow to boost productivity .

to give a boost to one's energy or mood

Ex: Meditation helped to renovate his sense of peace and focus .
decline [noun]

a change toward a smaller, lower, or reduced state

Ex: There has been a sharp decline in student enrollment this year .
unappealing [adjective]

having features or qualities that are not aesthetically pleasing or attractive

Ex: The hotel ’s unappealing design discouraged visitors .
pointless [adjective]

lacking any purpose or goal

Ex: He found the meeting to be pointless , as it did not address any pressing issues .
urban [adjective]

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

Ex: Urban sociology explores how people interact within city environments .

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail .

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

Ex: The bus shelter had a bench for people to sit on .
path [noun]

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

Ex: She walked along the path every morning .

a very tall building with many floors

Ex: The neighborhood was undergoing rapid development , with new high-rises springing up every year .

a sign that shows warnings or information to drivers

Ex: The road sign indicated a speed limit of 50 kilometers per hour .
industrial [adjective]

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

Ex: Environmental regulations aim to mitigate the impact of industrial activities on air and water quality .
estate [noun]

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

Ex: The estate was known for its grand parties and lavish events hosted in the main house .

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: The city installed new digital parking meters downtown .

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

Ex: The traffic light at the pedestrian crossing turned red for cars .

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

Ex: The neighborhood streets are filled with speed bumps to reduce traffic speed .

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

Ex: Shops boarded up their entrances due to the protests .

(of a building) to fall apart

Ex: Over time , the once grand castle started to crumble , its towers collapsing into ruins .
derelict [adjective]

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

Ex:
prosperous [adjective]

rich and financially successful

Ex: She invested wisely and became prosperous .

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

Ex: He refurbished the antique table to restore its original beauty .
robust [adjective]

physically strong and healthy

Ex: She maintained a robust physique through regular exercise and a balanced diet .
shabby [adjective]

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

Ex: After a long night of partying , she looked shabby and disheveled as she stumbled out of the club .