Insight - Upper-intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 8

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 8 in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "collapse", "slaughter", "distressing", etc.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

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to rise [verb]

to move from a lower to a higher position

Ex: If you had followed the instructions , the cake would have risen perfectly .

to cause something to occur

Ex: Insufficient preparation can result in failure in an exam .

lack of equal distribution between two or more things, often resulting in an unfair situation

Ex: The dietician explained the health risks of a nutritional imbalance .
to lead [verb]

to be the cause of something

Ex: Poor communication often leads to misunderstandings .

(of a construction) to fall down suddenly, particularly due to being damaged or weak

Ex: The roof collapsed during the storm due to the heavy snow accumulation .

to be determined or affected by something else

Ex: The performance of the stock market depends on various economic indicators and global events .
awe-inspiring [adjective]

evoking a feeling of great respect, admiration, and sometimes fear

Ex: The explorers were in awe of the awe-inspiring natural wonders they discovered .
banned [adjective]

prohibited or not allowed by law, rule, or authority

countless [adjective]

so numerous that it cannot be easily counted or quantified

Ex: The museum housed countless artifacts from ancient civilizations .
distressing [adjective]

causing feelings of discomfort, sadness, or anxiety

Ex:
huge [adjective]

very large in size

Ex: She adopted a huge dog that was almost as big as she was .
impressive [adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely impressive .
to kill [verb]

to end the life of someone or something

Ex: The murderer used a weapon to kill his victim .
monstrous [adjective]

exceptionally large in size

Ex: The monstrous cake at the wedding was nearly as tall as the bride herself .
numerous [adjective]

indicating a large number of something

Ex: The garden is filled with numerous flowers of different colors .
outlawed [adjective]

prohibited by law or made illegal

Ex: Several outlawed books were once considered too controversial .

the killing of animals for food, often done on a large scale in industrial settings

Ex: The factory is known for its efficient methods of slaughter .
upsetting [adjective]

causing sadness, anger, or concern

Ex:

food that is quickly prepared and served, such as hamburgers, pizzas, etc.

Ex: His favorite fast food is fish and chips .

the time in the middle of the day when we eat lunch

Ex: The office is usually quiet around lunchtime .
popular [adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Tennis is a popular sport in many countries around the world .
standard [adjective]

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

Ex: The company 's standard warranty covers repairs for up to one year after purchase .
traditional [adjective]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

Ex: She decorated her living room in a traditional style , with classic wooden furniture and antique lamps .
wedding [noun]

a ceremony or event where two people are married

Ex: They planned a beach wedding for their special day .
banquet [noun]

a large and formal meal for many people, often for a special event

Ex: The royal banquet was held in the grand hall of the palace , where dignitaries and guests enjoyed exquisite food and entertainment .
dish [noun]

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

fare [noun]

a selection or variety of food or drink, often of a particular type or from a certain region

Ex: Simple homemade fare can be the most comforting .
to order [verb]

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

Ex: She ordered a cappuccino and sat by the window .
snack [noun]

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

Ex: Potato chips are a common snack , but they are n't very healthy .
takeaway [noun]

a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else

Ex: After a long day , nothing beats a hot takeaway from our favorite Indian restaurant .