Insight - Advanced - Vocabulary Insight 6

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 6 in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "incessant", "hectic", "plague", etc.

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Insight - Advanced
lively [adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: They enjoyed spending time in the lively city center with its shops and restaurants .
doorstep [noun]

a small step in front of the main door of a building or house

Ex: He wiped his feet on the doormat before stepping onto the doorstep of their newly renovated house .
noisy [adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The party next door was noisy , with loud music and people talking .
to bust [verb]

to make something unusable or ineffective

Ex: The heavy rain busted the generator , leaving us without power .
hectic [adjective]

extremely busy and chaotic

Ex: The holiday season was particularly hectic for retail employees .
modern [adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary highlights modern life in urban areas around the world .
stuck [adjective]

fixed tightly in a particular position and incapable of moving or being moved

Ex:
rowdy [adjective]

(of a person) noisy, disruptive, and often behaving in a disorderly or unruly way

Ex: The teacher struggled to keep the rowdy students focused during the lesson .

to continually cause someone or something difficulty, pain, or worry

Ex: Insecurity and self-doubt can plague an individual 's mental health .
incessant [adjective]

happening or continuing without interruption or stopping

Ex: The incessant rain caused flooding in low-lying areas of the city .

an event or situation that interrupts or disrupts the normal state or functioning of something

Ex: The disturbance in the classroom disrupted the lesson .
foolhardy [adjective]

behaving in a way that is unnecessarily risky or very stupid

Ex: The general 's foolhardy strategy led to unnecessary casualties among his troops .

a strong and uncontrollable interest or attachment to something or someone, causing constant thoughts, intense emotions, and repetitive behaviors

Ex: She had an obsession with checking her email , even in the middle of the night .
painfully [adverb]

in a way that causes physical or emotional pain

Ex: The athlete limped painfully off the field .
relatively [adverb]

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

Ex: The cost of living here is relatively low .
slightly [adverb]

in a small amount, extent, or level

Ex: She smiled slightly at the compliment .
notoriously [adverb]

in a way that is widely known or recognized typically for negative reasons

Ex: The politician was notoriously known for making promises that were seldom fulfilled .
incredibly [adverb]

to a very great degree

Ex: She is incredibly talented at playing the piano .
madly [adverb]

used as an intensifier to express a very high degree

Ex: They are madly excited about their upcoming trip .
deeply [adverb]

used to express strong emotions, concerns, or intensity of feeling

Ex: He felt deeply ashamed of his actions .
clearly [adverb]

without any uncertainty

Ex: The evidence clearly shows that he was not at the scene of the crime .

in a state of extreme excitement or confusion

Ex: After receiving the promotion , he was head over heels with joy as it was a significant milestone in his career .
hopelessly [adverb]

used to stress that a situation cannot be improved or corrected

Ex: Their chances of winning were hopelessly slim .
apparently [adverb]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

Ex: Apparently , the train is delayed due to technical issues .
evidently [adverb]

in a way that is clearly seen, known, or understood

Ex: The rules had evidently been broken , as the equipment lay scattered .
ideally [adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: In a healthy relationship , ideally , both partners share mutual respect and open communication .
inevitably [adverb]

in a way that cannot be stopped or avoided, and certainly happens

Ex: If you neglect regular maintenance , the car will inevitably experience mechanical issues .
predictably [adverb]

in a way that can be anticipated or expected with a high degree of certainty

Ex: As expected , the traffic increased predictably during the morning rush hour .
shockingly [adverb]

to a surprising or exaggerated degree

Ex: He 's shockingly fast for someone his size .
surely [adverb]

in a manner showing absolute confidence in the statement

Ex: The train will surely arrive on time ; it 's known for its punctuality .

in a way that is not surprising or unexpected

Ex: Unsurprisingly , the early morning flight was less crowded than the midday flights .
long-term [adjective]

continuing or taking place over a relatively extended duration of time

Ex:
feel-good [adjective]

producing a sense of happiness or satisfaction

Ex: The charity event was a feel-good experience , as it brought the community together for a good cause .
long-lasting [adjective]

enduring or remaining for a considerable amount of time without quickly wearing off or disappearing

Ex: The battery in this device is long-lasting , providing hours of uninterrupted use .

an intense, often unreasonable or extravagant desire or admiration for someone or something

Ex: The public 's infatuation with celebrity culture is widespread .
loyalty [noun]

a strong sense of commitment, faithfulness, and devotion towards someone or something

Ex: The brand has earned customer loyalty over the years .
amity [noun]

pleasant, friendly, and peaceful relations between individuals or nations

Ex: The festival was a celebration of amity , bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to enjoy the festivities .
euphoria [noun]

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

Ex: He described the moment of victory as pure euphoria .

a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

Ex: She struggled to maintain relationships due to her extreme narcissism , as she often prioritized her own needs above those of others .

a middle state between two opposing situations that is reached by slightly changing both of them, so that they can coexist

Ex: After hours of debate , the committee settled on a compromise that satisfied both parties .
mania [noun]

mental condition that causes extreme and unusual changes in one's energy level, mood, or emotions

devotion [noun]

strong love and support expressed for a person or thing

Ex: Mark 's devotion to his art led him to spend countless hours in his studio , perfecting every brushstroke to achieve his vision .

to rely on something, such as a wall, for physical support or stability

Ex: The exhausted runner had leaned on the wall for a moment before continuing the race .

to ruin the relationship of people or groups of people by causing them to disagree or hate each other

Ex: During the Cold War , ideological differences drove a wedge between the East and West , resulting in a divided world .

at someone's complete service

Ex: The wealthy businessman had a team of staff at his beck and call , ready to assist him with any matter , day or night .
to sack [verb]

to forcefully steal and take away valuable items from a town that has been captured

Ex: The raiders sacked the village , taking gold and food .

to cause something to happen

Ex: A shortage of raw materials can trigger delays in the production schedule .
revolt [noun]

a rebellion or uprising, often involving violence, by a group of people against an authority or ruling power

Ex: History is filled with stories of revolts and uprisings .

to actively gather and engage individuals by generating interest or excitement through promotion or persuasion

Ex: The politician attempted to drum up public interest in their campaign through various outreach efforts .
to rout [verb]

to cause a group of people or animals to scatter or disperse

Ex:
to rally [verb]

(of military personnel) to assemble, regroup, or prepare for action

Ex: Commanders ordered units to rally and await instructions .

to formally promise to do something

Ex: Tomorrow , they will pledge to work towards gender equality .

to be disloyal to a person, a group of people, or one's country by giving information about them to their enemy

Ex: The double agent betrayed both sides by playing them against each other for personal gain .