Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 5 - 5E

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5E in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "riveting", "insightful", "gripping", etc.

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[Adjective]

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

Ex: The moving speech by the survivor brought tears to the eyes of everyone in the audience.

[Adjective]

having or made of several parts

Ex: The human brain is a complex organ with billions of interconnected neurons.

[Adjective]

having or showing a deep understanding or knowledge of something

Ex: The insightful analysis provided by the researcher shed new light on the complexities of human behavior.

[Adjective]

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

Ex: The gripping novel kept me on the edge of my seat, unable to put it down until I reached the last page.

[Adjective]

holding one's attention completely due to being exciting or interesting

Ex: The documentary about the history of space exploration was absolutely riveting, leaving me glued to the screen.

[Adjective]

bringing about strong emotions, often causing feelings of sympathy or warmth

Ex: The touching story of friendship moved everyone to tears.

[Adjective]

effectively conveying or revealing a particular quality, emotion, or idea through speech, writing, or artistic means

[Adjective]

(of a person) able to quickly and accurately understand or notice things due to keen awareness and insight

Ex: She is very perceptive and notices details others overlook.

[Adjective]

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

Ex: The intricate design of the watch included tiny gears and delicate engravings.

[Adjective]

having a significant purpose or importance

Ex: She gave her grandmother a meaningful gift that brought tears to her eyes.