Insight - Upper-intermediate - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the Insight Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "emerge", "bulky", "resilient", etc.

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to emerge [verb]

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

Ex: With time , the truth about the situation started to emerge , revealing the complexities of the issue .

technology [noun]

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

Ex: Technology plays a crucial role in the efficiency of modern factories .

start-up [noun]

a newly established company or business venture, typically characterized by its innovative approach, early-stage development, and a focus on growth

Ex: She joined a promising start-up in the finance sector .

tech [noun]

a type of educational institution that provides training and education in practical skills and applied sciences

Ex: She graduated from a tech with a degree in computer science .

handset [noun]

the part of the phone held to the ear through which one can listen and speak

Ex: The cordless handset allowed her to move freely while talking .

cord [noun]

a flexible, insulated wire that carries electricity for household devices

Ex: He bought a longer cord for his desk fan .

keypad [noun]

a group of numbered buttons on a surface used for operating a TV, phone, computer, etc.

Ex: The ATM machine had a touch-sensitive keypad for entering PIN numbers .

headset [noun]

a device worn on the head that combines a headphone and microphone for listening and speaking

Ex: She adjusted the microphone on her headset before speaking .

earbuds [noun]

a very small device that we put on the opening outside of our ear canals to listen to music or sounds without others listening

Ex: He prefers earbuds over bulky headphones for travel .

bulky [adjective]

large and occupying a significant amount of space, often hard to handle

Ex: The bulky winter coat kept her warm but made it difficult to move freely .

cutting-edge [adjective]

having the latest and most advanced features or design

Ex: The cutting-edge virtual reality headset offers immersive gaming experiences and realistic simulations .

handy [adjective]

functional and easy to use

Ex: She found the new recipe book quite handy for quick and easy dinner ideas .

pricey [adjective]

costing a lot of money

Ex: The boutique clothing store is known for its trendy fashion , but the items can be pricey .

sleek [adjective]

having a smooth and shiny texture, typically describing hair, fur, or skin that appears healthy and well-maintained

Ex: Her sleek skin glowed after applying the moisturizing lotion .

exorbitant [adjective]

(of prices) unreasonably or extremely high

Ex: The exorbitant rent for the apartment in the city center was prohibitive for many potential tenants .

reasonable [adjective]

moderate in amount or quality

Ex: The hotel is known for its reasonable rates and great service .

fragile [adjective]

easily damaged or broken

Ex: The fragile glass vase shattered when it fell to the ground .

resilient [adjective]

having the ability to return to its original shape or position after being stretched or compressed

Ex: Despite the impact , the resilient foam padding on the helmet protected the cyclist 's head .

cumbersome [adjective]

challenging to manage or move due to size, weight, or awkward shape

Ex: She found the cumbersome backpack uncomfortable to wear during the hike .

elegant [adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple yet elegant , with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .

plain [adjective]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

Ex: His shirt was plain , without any stripes , dots , or other designs .

innovative [adjective]

(of ideas, products, etc.) creative and unlike anything else that exists

Ex: The team introduced an innovative marketing strategy that had never been attempted before .

useless [adjective]

lacking purpose or function, and unable to help in any way

Ex: The expired medication was useless and had to be disposed of properly .

convenient [adjective]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

Ex: It was convenient that the train arrived just as I reached the station .

obsolete [adjective]

outdated and gone out of style, often replaced by more current trends or advancements

Ex: Some traditional farming methods are considered obsolete with the advent of modern technology .

hard-wearing [adjective]

(of a material or product) durable and able to withstand frequent use or wear without showing signs of damage

Ex: She bought a hard-wearing suitcase that could endure rough handling during travel .

early adopter [noun]

a person or group who is among the first to embrace and use a new product, technology, or innovation

Ex: The company targets early adopters for product feedback .

Insight - Upper-intermediate
Unit 1 - 1A	Unit 1 - 1C	Unit 1 - 1D	Unit 1 - 1E
Vocabulary Insight 1	Unit 2 - 2A	Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 2 - 2D
Unit 2 - 2E	Vocabulary Insight 2	Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3C
Unit 3 - 3D	Vocabulary Insight 3	Unit 4 - 4A	Unit 4 - 4C
Unit 4 - 4D	Unit 4 - 4E	Vocabulary Insight 4	Unit 5 - 5A
Unit 5 - 5C	Unit 5 - 5D	Unit 5 - 5E	Vocabulary Insight 5
Unit 6 - 6A	Unit 6 - 6C	Unit 6 - 6D	Unit 6 - 6E
Vocabulary Insight 6	Unit 7 - 7A	Unit 7 - 7C	Vocabulary Insight 7
Unit 8 - 8A	Unit 8 - 8C	Unit 8 - 8D	Vocabulary Insight 8
Unit 9 - 9A	Unit 9 - 9C	Unit 9 - 9D	Unit 9 - 9E
Vocabulary Insight 9	Unit 10 - 10A	Unit 10 - 10C	Unit 10 - 10D
Unit 10 - 10E	Vocabulary Insight 10