Insight - Advanced - Unit 7 - 7D

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7D in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "flamboyance", "hold the floor", "gleaming", etc.

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Insight - Advanced
unconventional [adjective]

not following established customs or norms

Ex: The couple decided on an unconventional wedding ceremony , exchanging vows underwater .
swishy [adjective]

making a soft, rustling sound when moving

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gleaming [adjective]

shining or reflecting light in a bright way

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haphazard [adjective]

with no particular order and planning

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a showy and confident display of style or behavior, often characterized by boldness, colorfulness, and extravagance

Ex: She admired his flamboyance and confidence in social settings .

(geometry) a lack of symmetry or equivalence in shape or size between the two sides or parts of something

Ex: The artist used asymmetry to create an interesting visual effect .
multifaceted [adjective]

having many different aspects or features

Ex: His multifaceted career includes roles in acting , directing , and producing .

a person who consistently performs below their potential or fails to meet expected standards or goals

Ex: He was labeled an underachiever despite his natural talents .
postwar [adjective]

referring to the period or the things existing or happening after a war has ended

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democratic [adjective]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

Ex: His democratic ideals prioritize inclusivity , equality , and respect for diverse perspectives .
subway [noun]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

Ex: The subway map helped me navigate the different lines .
backdrop [noun]

a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

Ex: She painted the backdrop by hand , adding intricate details to create the illusion of a bustling cityscape .

to exist or occur at an earlier time than something else

Ex: Ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia predate those in the Americas .
monorail [noun]

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

Ex: The futuristic design of the monorail stations attracted tourists and became a local landmark .

in a manner that is done secretly or subtly, often to achieve a desired result without drawing much attention

Ex: The student passed the exam by getting answers through the back door , receiving help from a friend during the test .

an invisible barrier or limitation that prevents certain groups, particularly women or minority individuals, from advancing to higher positions or achieving higher levels of success in a professional or organizational context

Ex: She is aware of the challenges posed by the glass ceiling and is actively advocating for equal opportunities .

to make someone extremely angry

Ex: The never-ending construction noise outside her apartment was driving her up the wall and interfering with her work .

to become extremely angry with someone or something

Ex: He hit the roof when he discovered his car had been scratched in the parking lot .

something, such as a book, move clip, etc., that provides one with information about a variety of people, places, events, or things that one cannot physically interact with or experience

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to be brave or sociable enough to deliver a lengthy public speech without allowing any interruption

Ex: The professor held the floor , captivating the audience with a compelling lecture on the history of the ancient civilization .

to go out onto a dance floor and start dancing

Ex: At the ballroom competition , the couple could n't wait to take the floor and perform their elegant waltz routine .

to perform or entertain in a way that causes the audience to react with extreme enthusiasm, such as by applauding loudly or cheering

Ex: Their dance routine brought the house down at the competition .

used to refer to something, particularly a drink, offered for free by a restaurant, bar, or other establishment, usually as a gesture of hospitality or good will

to improve a situation or one's behavior for better results

Ex: After years of financial mismanagement , Liz realized she needed to get her house in order by paying down debts and creating a budget if she wanted to retire comfortably one day .

used to describe a situation or activity that is developing with great intensity, speed, and success

Ex: The party started off slow , but once the music started playing , it became like a house on fire with everyone dancing and having a great time .

to establish the basic principles or groundwork needed for the development of something more complex or substantial in the future

Ex: These arguments provide the foundation for Simmel 's account of the contradictory nature of modern life .

to be sufficient or available for a particular purpose or need

Ex: The volunteers provided extra handouts to ensure there were enough copies to go around .

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

Ex: The quality of customer service at that restaurant has gone through the floor in recent months , resulting in a decline in patronage .

used to say that someone has been involved in something from its early stages

Ex: She joined the research team at the ground level , which meant she was in on the ground floor of some groundbreaking discoveries in science .