Insight - Upper-intermediate - Vocabulary Insight 8

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

to move from a lower to a higher position

to cause something to occur

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

to be the cause of something

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

to be determined or affected by something else

evoking a feeling of great respect, admiration, and sometimes fear, due to their impressive or majestic nature

so numerous that it cannot be easily counted or quantified

causing feelings of discomfort, sadness, or anxiety

very large in size

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

to end the life of someone or something

exceptionally large in size

indicating a large number of something

prohibited by law or made illegal

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

causing sadness, anger, or concern

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

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

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

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

a ceremony or event where two people are married

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

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

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

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

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