Insight - Advanced - Vocabulary Insight 9

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 9 in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "torment", "well-qualified", "neck and neck", etc.

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Insight - Advanced
well-qualified [adjective]

having the necessary skills, experience, or education for a specific job or task

Ex: He is a well-qualified engineer with years of experience .
enthusiastic [adjective]

having or showing intense excitement, eagerness, or passion for something

Ex: The team 's enthusiastic response to the new strategy boosted morale .

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

Ex: The inspiring story of success served to motivate aspiring entrepreneurs .
to point [verb]

to aim or direct something in a particular direction or towards a specific target

Ex: She pointed her finger towards the horizon , showing where the sun would set .
tenacity [noun]

the quality or trait of being persistent, determined, and unwilling to give up, especially in the face of challenges or obstacles

Ex: His tenacity in pursuing his dreams inspired others .
torment [noun]

extreme amount of pain or distress experienced either physically or mentally

Ex: The character in the novel endured mental torment as he struggled with inner demons .
serenity [noun]

a state of calm and peacefulness, free from stress, anxiety, or disturbance

a state of being excessively focused or occupied with a particular thought, idea, or concern, often to the exclusion of other things.

a person who is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about a particular activity, subject, or interest

Ex: She became an aficionado of Japanese cuisine after visiting Tokyo .

a feeling of extreme tiredness

Ex: The exhaustion from lack of sleep affected her performance .

to work as fast as possible to get something done within a very limited time

Ex: She will be racing against time to complete the marathon within the cutoff .

used when two or more participants in a race or competition are very close and have an equal chance of winning

Ex: The companies are neck and neck in market share , each striving to gain an edge .

having a chance to win or succeed, particularly in a competition or selection

Ex: The team is in the running to win the championship .

to put a stop to one's habit, particularly one that is harmful or dangerous

Ex: Breaking the habit of procrastination required setting clear goals and creating a structured daily routine .

used of a situation, outcome, or behavior that is considered typical, expected, or unsurprising given the circumstances

Ex: The long wait times at the doctor 's office are par for the course , unfortunately .
hands down [phrase]

in a way that is effortless or easy

Ex: The skilled musician could play the difficult piece hands down , effortlessly showcasing his talent .

to create equal opportunities for all individuals or groups, regardless of their background or circumstances

Ex: They created a mentorship program to level the playing field for young professionals .

to set a high standard or example for others to follow

Ex: Let 's set the pace in innovation by introducing groundbreaking products .