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Insight - Advanced - Vocabulary Insight 5

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 5 in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "inaccessible", "landscape", "territory", etc.

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downward
[Adjective]

moving or situated toward a lower point or area in space

Ex: downward glance revealed his disappointment .
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inaccessible
[Adjective]

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

Ex: She found inaccessible area of the museum to be a fascinating mystery .
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an area of land that has remained largely undisturbed by humans and their modern development

Ex: They built a cabin in the middle of wilderness.
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landscape
[noun]

a beautiful scene in the countryside that can be seen in one particular view

Ex: The sunflower fields created a landscape.
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to creep
[Verb]

to move slowly and quietly while staying close to the ground or other surface

Ex: The caterpillar , in its early stage of transformation , creep along the leaf before transforming into a butterfly .
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to move towards a goal or desired outcome

Ex: As the marathon runners approached the finish line , their determination drove them advance at an impressive pace .
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to stride
[Verb]

to walk confidently and purposefully with long, decisive steps

Ex: With a focused expression , the strode onto the track , preparing for the race .
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alternate
[Adjective]

done or happening every other time

Ex: He takes night shifts on alternative weeks to balance his childcare duties.
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alternative
[Adjective]

available as an option for something else

Ex: alternative method saved them a lot of time .
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compulsory
[Adjective]

forced to be done by law or authority

Ex: Paying taxes compulsory for all citizens .
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compulsive
[Adjective]

(of a behavior or action) driven by an irresistible urge, often repetitive or excessive

Ex: compulsive eating habits were a result of stress .
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definitive
[Adjective]

settling an issue authoritatively and leaving no room for further doubt or debate

Ex: They reached definitive agreement after long negotiations .
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definite
[Adjective]

expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention

Ex: She gave definite answer about attending the meeting .
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economic
[Adjective]

relating to the production, distribution, and management of wealth and resources within a society or country

Ex: The report highlights economic disparities between urban and rural areas .
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economical
[Adjective]

using resources wisely and efficiently and minimizing waste and unnecessary expenses

Ex: The company 's shift to economical practices resulted in increased profits .
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historic
[Adjective]

relating to a person or event that is a part of the past and is documented in historical records, often preserved for educational or cultural purposes

Ex: Her research historic figures from the Renaissance period .
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historical
[Adjective]

belonging to or significant in the past

Ex: The documentary explored a historical event .
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notable
[Adjective]

deserving attention because of being remarkable or important

Ex: She notable in the community for her extensive charity work .
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noticeable
[Adjective]

worthy of attention or recognition due to its distinct characteristics

Ex: The garden noticeable for its wide variety of rare and exotic plants .
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desert
[noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: They got lost while driving through desert.
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territory
[noun]

a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority

Ex: Citizens of territory voted in a referendum to decide on their future political status .
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island
[noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: We witnessed sea turtles nesting on the shores of island.
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to chug
[Verb]

to produce a rhythmic and repetitive sound, often resembling the noise made by a train or an engine

Ex: The chugged as it brewed a fresh pot .
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to hurtle
[Verb]

to move with speed and intensity

Ex: The rushing hurtled over the waterfall , creating a powerful cascade of water .
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to prowl
[Verb]

to roam about without a specific purpose

Ex: prowl the premises to ensure safety .
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stroll
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a relaxed walk taken for enjoyment

Ex: She invited him for stroll around the city to explore new cafes .
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to make a vehicle, machine or object move more quickly

Ex: The pilot accelerated the jet to quickly climb to a higher altitude .
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(of a vehicle) to come to a stop

Ex: Just as I was thinking of leaving , her pulled up outside the cafe .
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uprising
[noun]

a situation in which people join together to fight against those in power

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crackdown
[noun]

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

Ex: crackdown on organized crime gangs resulted in a series of raids and arrests across the city .
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washout
[noun]

a complete or disappointing failure

Ex: The new product launch was washout and did n't attract any customers .
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downpour
[noun]

a brief heavy rainfall

Ex: The farmers welcomed downpour after weeks of dry weather , as it provided much-needed water for their crops .
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outbreak
[noun]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

Ex: outbreak of wildfires prompted emergency evacuations across the region .
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setback
[noun]

a problem that gets in the way of a process or makes it worse

Ex: After facing several setbacks, they finally completed the renovation of their home.
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