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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
downward
[Adjective]

moving or situated toward a lower point or area in space

Ex: The downward motion of the elevator made me feel a bit uneasy. 
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inaccessible
inaccessible
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The mountain peak was inaccessible due to the severe weather conditions. 
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wilderness

an area of land that has remained largely undisturbed by humans and their modern development

Ex: They camped in the wilderness for a week. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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to creep
to creep
[Verb]

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

Ex: The spider, with delicate precision, began to creep across the ceiling. 
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to advance

to move towards a goal or desired outcome

Ex: Despite facing challenges, the project continued to advance towards completion. 
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to stride
to stride
[Verb]

to walk confidently and purposefully with long, decisive steps

Ex: The CEO entered the boardroom and strode confidently to the front, ready to address the team. 
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alternate
alternate
[Adjective]

done or happening every other time

Ex: The committee meets on alternative Thursdays to discuss budget updates. 
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alternative
alternative
[Adjective]

available as an option for something else

Ex: They provided an alternative plan in case the weather turned bad. 
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compulsory
compulsory
[Adjective]

forced to be done by law or authority

Ex: Attendance at the safety training session is compulsory for all employees. 
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compulsive
compulsive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His compulsive need to check the locks on the doors multiple times before leaving the house caused him significant distress. 
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definitive
definitive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The Supreme Court ruling established definitive legal criteria for determining separation of church and state issues going forward. 
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definite
definite
[Adjective]

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

Ex: I needed a definite answer from my boss so I could plan my work for the coming month without uncertainty. 
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economic
economic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Rising unemployment rates were a major economic concern during the recession. 
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economical
economical
[Adjective]

using resources wisely and efficiently and minimizing waste and unnecessary expenses

Ex: The new model is an economical car that saves on fuel without sacrificing performance. 
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historic
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: The historic records detail the lives of early settlers in the region. 
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historical
historical
[Adjective]

belonging to or significant in the past

Ex: They visited a historical battlefield to learn more about the country's heritage. 
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notable
notable
[Adjective]

deserving attention because of being remarkable or important

Ex: The scientist made notable contributions to the field of physics. 
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noticeable
noticeable
[Adjective]

worthy of attention or recognition due to its distinct characteristics

Ex: The restaurant is noticeable for its unique decor and vibrant atmosphere. 
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desert
desert
[noun]

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

Ex: At night, the desert can become very cold. 
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territory
territory
[noun]

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

Ex: The disputed territory has been a source of conflict between the two neighboring countries for decades. 
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island
island
[noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: I collected seashells as souvenirs from the beautiful island. 
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to chug
to chug
[Verb]

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

Ex: The old truck chugged down the road, its engine working hard. 
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to hurtle
to hurtle
[Verb]

to move with speed and intensity

Ex: The soccer ball hurtled toward the goalpost, propelled by the player's powerful kick. 
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to prowl
to prowl
[Verb]

to roam about without a specific purpose

Ex: The cat liked to prowl around the neighborhood at night. 
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stroll
stroll
[noun]

a relaxed walk taken for enjoyment

Ex: We enjoyed a stroll through the botanical gardens. 
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to accelerate

to make a vehicle, machine or object move more quickly

Ex: The pilot smoothly pushed the throttle forward to accelerate the airplane for takeoff. 
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to pull up

(of a vehicle) to come to a stop

Ex: The limousine pulled up, and a famous celebrity stepped out. 
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uprising
uprising
[noun]

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

Ex: The peasant uprising was brutally crushed by the king's army. 
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crackdown
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: The government launched a crackdown on illegal immigration, leading to widespread arrests and deportations. 
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washout
washout
[noun]

a complete or disappointing failure

Ex: The game was a washout and ended without a single goal. 
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downpour
downpour
[noun]

a brief heavy rainfall

Ex: The unexpected downpour caught everyone off guard, forcing them to seek shelter under shop awnings. 
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outbreak
outbreak
[noun]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

Ex: The sudden outbreak of the flu caused widespread panic in the city. 
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setback
setback
[noun]

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

Ex: The unexpected financial setback forced them to postpone their expansion plans. 
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