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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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lively
lively
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park feel lively.
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doorstep
doorstep
[noun]

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

Ex: The delivery person knocked on the door and left the parcel on the doorstep before leaving .
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noisy
noisy
[Adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The construction site was noisy, with machinery and workers making loud noises .
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to bust
to bust
[Verb]

to make something unusable or ineffective

Ex: The malfunctioning circuitry busted the electronic lock , preventing access to the building .
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hectic
hectic
[Adjective]

extremely busy and chaotic

Ex: The last-minute changes made the event planning even more hectic than usual .
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary examines challenges facing modern society .
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stuck
stuck
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The stuck window refused to open , letting no fresh air into the room .
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rowdy
rowdy
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The bar was filled with rowdy fans celebrating their team ’s victory late into the night .
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to plague
to plague
[Verb]

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

Ex: The company was plagued by frequent system crashes , causing disruptions .
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incessant
incessant
[Adjective]

happening or continuing without interruption or stopping

Ex: The incessant barking of the dog next door kept them awake all night .
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disturbance

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

Ex: The wildlife habitat suffered a disturbance due to construction .
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foolhardy
foolhardy
[Adjective]

behaving in a way that is unnecessarily risky or very stupid

Ex: Taking on such a large loan without a stable income seemed foolhardy to her financial advisor .
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obsession
obsession
[noun]

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

Ex: The obsession with celebrity culture often leads people to ignore their own personal growth .
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painfully
painfully
[Adverb]

in a way that causes physical or emotional pain

Ex: His rejection letter hit him painfully.
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relatively
relatively
[Adverb]

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

Ex: His explanation was relatively clear , though still a bit confusing .
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slightly
slightly
[Adverb]

in a small amount, extent, or level

Ex: His tone became slightly more serious during the conversation .
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notoriously
notoriously
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The restaurant was notoriously known for its slow service and inconsistent food quality .
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incredibly
incredibly
[Adverb]

to a very great degree

Ex: He was incredibly happy with his exam results .
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madly
madly
[Adverb]

used as an intensifier to express a very high degree

Ex: The students studied madly before the final exams .
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deeply
deeply
[Adverb]

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

Ex: We are deeply committed to this cause .
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clearly
clearly
[Adverb]

without any uncertainty

Ex: He was clearly upset about the decision .
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head over heels

in a state of extreme excitement or confusion

Ex: The chaotic scene at the concert had the crowd head over heels, with people pushing and jostling to get closer to the stage.
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hopelessly
hopelessly
[Adverb]

used to stress that a situation cannot be improved or corrected

Ex: She was hopelessly in love , despite all the obstacles .
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apparently
apparently
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The restaurant is apparently famous for its seafood dishes .
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evidently
evidently
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The solution was evidently working , since the results improved immediately .
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ideally
ideally
[Adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: For successful project management , ideally, there should be clear goals , effective planning , and regular progress assessments .
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inevitably
inevitably
[Adverb]

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

Ex: As the population grows , urban areas inevitably expand to accommodate the increasing demand for housing .
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predictably
predictably
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The software update , predictably, fixed the reported bugs and improved overall system stability .
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shockingly
shockingly
[Adverb]

to a surprising or exaggerated degree

Ex: The baby was shockingly quiet the entire flight .
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surely
surely
[Adverb]

in a manner showing absolute confidence in the statement

Ex: If you study consistently , you will surely improve your grades .
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unsurprisingly

in a way that is not surprising or unexpected

Ex: Unsurprisingly, the well-known author 's latest book quickly climbed the bestseller list .
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long-term
long-term
[Adjective]

continuing or taking place over a relatively extended duration of time

Ex: They discussed the long-term impact of the new policy on education.
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feel-good
feel-good
[Adjective]

producing a sense of happiness or satisfaction

Ex: The new book is a feel-good read , perfect for those looking for a bit of positivity .
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long-lasting
long-lasting
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The treaty created a long-lasting peace between the two nations after decades of conflict .
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infatuation

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

Ex: The novel explored the dangers of infatuation in young adults .
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loyalty
loyalty
[noun]

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

Ex: Loyalty is important in both personal and professional relationships .
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amity
amity
[noun]

pleasant, friendly, and peaceful relations between individuals or nations

Ex: The community center was established to encourage amity and collaboration among local residents .
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euphoria
euphoria
[noun]

a feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or pleasure

Ex: Her euphoria was evident as she danced around the room .
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narcissism

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

Ex: Despite his outward confidence , his narcissism masked deep-seated insecurities and fear of rejection .
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compromise

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

Ex: The new agreement was a compromise that took both cultural and legal perspectives into account .
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mania
mania
[noun]

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

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devotion
devotion
[noun]

strong love and support expressed for a person or thing

Ex: Jennifer 's philanthropic devotion was showcased through her tireless efforts in organizing charity events and fundraisers for local causes in need .
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to lean on

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

Ex: The elderly woman has leaned on her cane for years to help her walk .
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to [get] on {one's} nerves

to make someone really mad by constantly doing something that angers or annoys them

Ex: It gets on my nerves when people are late.
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to [drive] a wedge

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

Ex: If not handled carefully, the proposed changes to the organization's structure could drive a wedge between departments, hindering collaboration and communication.
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at  {one's} beck and call

at someone's complete service

Ex: The high-profile politician had a team of advisors at his beck and call, providing him with information and support whenever he needed it.
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to [wrap|twist|wind] {sb} around {one's} (little|) finger

to manage to convince someone to do whatever one asks of them out of love or respect that they have for one

Ex: The talented influencer had her followers twisted around her finger, easily influencing their opinions and actions through her online presence.
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to sack
to sack
[Verb]

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

Ex: During the invasion , the enemy sacked every fortress they captured .
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to trigger

to cause something to happen

Ex: The controversial decision by the government triggered widespread protests across the nation .
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revolt
revolt
[noun]

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

Ex: The revolt spread quickly across the region , gaining support .
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to drum up

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

Ex: To boost attendance , the organizers used creative strategies to drum up enthusiasm for the conference .
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to rout
to rout
[Verb]

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

Ex: A few strong winds routed the autumn leaves, scattering them across the street.
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to rally
to rally
[Verb]

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

Ex: The troops rallied to repel the enemy attack .
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to pledge
to pledge
[Verb]

to formally promise to do something

Ex: During the campaign , the candidate was pledging to improve education for all citizens .
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to betray
to betray
[Verb]

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

Ex: The traitor was executed for betraying his comrades to the enemy during wartime .
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