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Insight - Advanced - Vocabulary Insight 10

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 10 in the Insight Advanced coursebook, such as "polyglot", "extraterrestrial", "chronological", etc.

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poly-
poly-
[prefix]

used to refer to multiple or various aspects or instances of a particular thing

Ex: "Polygraph" is a device used to measure several physiological responses.
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polyclinic

a clinic or medical center that is not part of a hospital, where a wide variety of diseases and injuries are treated

Ex: Polyclinics offer comprehensive medical services without the need for a hospital visit .
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polygon
polygon
[noun]

(geometry) a flat shape consisting of three or more straight sides

Ex: Polygons can be classified based on the number of their sides , such as pentagons and hexagons .
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polysyllabic
polysyllabic
[Adjective]

(of a word) having multiple syllables, or specifically, having more than two syllables

Ex: Some people find polysyllabic words challenging to pronounce.
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polytheism

the belief in or worship of multiple gods or deities

Ex: Polytheism often involves rituals and ceremonies dedicated to honoring different deities .
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polyglot
polyglot
[noun]

a person who can speak or understand multiple languages

Ex: Being a polyglot, he easily communicated with people from different countries .
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extra-
extra-
[prefix]

used to indicate something additional or beyond the usual

Ex: In the term "extra-large," -extra is used to denote a size that is larger than just "large."
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extraterrestrial

an entity or being originating from or existing outside Earth

Ex: Some believe that extraterrestrials are responsible for the mysterious lights seen in the sky .
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inter-
inter-
[prefix]

used to indicate the relationship or interaction between two or more things or people

Ex: Intercontinental flights often have long durations.
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micro-
micro-
[prefix]

used to indicate something on a very small scale or at a microscopic level

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micro-organism

a tiny living thing, like bacteria or fungi, that can only be seen using a microscope

Ex: Scientists are studying the micro-organisms found in the soil to understand their role in the ecosystem .
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macro-
macro-
[prefix]

used to refer to something that is large-scale

Ex: Effective macromarketing strategies look at the broad impacts on global or regional markets rather than focusing solely on individual consumer behavior.
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macroeconomic
macroeconomic
[Adjective]

relating to the study or analysis of the overall economy, including aspects such as national income, inflation, employment, and economic growth

Ex: Inflation and unemployment are key macroeconomic indicators .
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chrono-
chrono-
[prefix]

used to indicate a relation to time or its order

Ex: Chronotherapy aims to optimize the timing of medication to match the body's biological rhythms.
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chronological
chronological
[Adjective]

organized according to the order that the events occurred in

Ex: The museum exhibit showcased artifacts in chronological order , illustrating the development of civilization .
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neo-
neo-
[prefix]

used to indicate something new, revived, or modern

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nanotechnology

the study of working with incredibly tiny materials and devices to create new technologies and applications

Ex: Nanotechnology plays a key role in modern cancer treatments.
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pan-
pan-
[prefix]

used to indicate inclusion or involvement of all or a wide range of elements, groups, or areas

Ex: Pan-global initiatives address climate change worldwide.
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pandemic
pandemic
[noun]

a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

Ex: Pandemics can spread illness globally due to increased international travel and trade networks.
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bi-
bi-
[prefix]

used to indicate the presence of two of something, or that something has two parts or aspects

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bilateral
bilateral
[Adjective]

involving or relating to two sides or parties

Ex: Bilateral cooperation between the organizations led to significant advancements .
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retro-
retro-
[prefix]

used to describe styles, trends, or designs that are inspired by earlier decades or cultural periods

Ex: The movie soundtrack features retro-funk hits, bringing back the groove of the 70s.
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retroactive
retroactive
[Adjective]

applied or taken effect from a past date or event

Ex: His promotion came with a retroactive pay adjustment .
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psycholinguistic
psycholinguistic
[Adjective]

relating to the study of how the mind processes language, combining psychology and linguistics

Ex: Computational models of language processing draw on psycholinguistic principles to simulate human-like language comprehension .
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biochemical
biochemical
[Adjective]

referring to processes or substances related to the chemical reactions that occur within living organisms

Ex: Hormones are biochemical messengers that regulate various physiological processes in the body .
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sociocultural
sociocultural
[Adjective]

related to the social and cultural aspects of a society, emphasizing the influence of social factors, norms, and cultural practices on individuals and communities

Ex: The sociocultural changes over time are often reflected in art and literature .
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geopolitical
geopolitical
[Adjective]

related to the influence and interactions of geographical factors on political decisions, relationships, and strategies among nations

Ex: The geopolitical importance of maritime trade routes has sparked competition among naval powers .
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microelectronic
microelectronic
[Adjective]

pertaining to the design of small electronic components, circuits, and systems that enable the creation of compact and high-performing electronic devices

Ex: Microelectronic components can be found in nearly all consumer electronics .
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ray
ray
[noun]

a straight line that starts at a point and extends infinitely in one direction

Ex: The ray extends infinitely in one direction along the line .
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sphere
sphere
[noun]

(in geometry) a three-dimensional surface where all points are equidistant from a center

Ex: In physics , fields are sometimes represented as spheres.
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spiral
spiral
[noun]

(geometry) a curved shape or design that gradually winds around a center or axis

Ex: The gymnast executed a flawless series of spins and jumps , creating an impressive aerial spiral.
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lozenge
lozenge
[noun]

(geometry) a four-sided figure with opposite equal angles, forming a diamond shape

Ex: The logo consists of a red lozenge on a white background .
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cone
cone
[noun]

(geometry) a three dimensional shape with a circular base that rises to a single point

Ex: The chef stacked three ice cream scoops in a waffle cone for the perfect summer treat .
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cube
cube
[noun]

a three-dimensional figure made of six square or rectangular faces

Ex: Each cube in the diagram represented a volume unit .
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crescent
crescent
[noun]

a curved shape with narrow points at the ends that appears wider in the middle, like the shape of the moon in its first and last quarters

Ex: The crescent of the new moon was barely visible against the twilight sky .
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radius
radius
[noun]

the length of a straight line drawn from the center of a circle to any point on its outer boundary

Ex: The radius of a planet determines its gravitational influence and orbital characteristics within a solar system .
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arc
arc
[noun]

(geometry) a part of a circle, which is curved

Ex: When measuring an arc, it is important to identify the center of the circle .
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ellipse
ellipse
[noun]

(geometry) a closed plane curve that has two focal points

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tangent
tangent
[noun]

(mathematics) the ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a triangle that has one angle of 90°

Ex: When the sun is setting , you can use the tangent to figure out the angle the sun makes with the horizon .
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cylinder
cylinder
[noun]

(geometry) a solid or hollow shape with two circular bases at each end and straight parallel sides

Ex: The ancient columns were made in the shape of massive stone cylinders, supporting the grand structure .
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green light

approval to begin a project

Ex: The city gave the green light for construction to begin next month .
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blue-collar
blue-collar
[Adjective]

relating to jobs or workers who engage in manual labor or skilled trades

Ex: Blue-collar workers are known for their hands-on approach to problem-solving and their ability to work effectively with tools and machinery.
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white-collar
white-collar
[Adjective]

relating to jobs or workers who perform professional, managerial, or administrative tasks, typically in office settings

Ex: White-collar workers often work in corporate settings, government offices, or professional services firms.
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(in|into) the red
in the red
[phrase]

in debt due to spending more than one's earnings

Ex: A few bad months pushed the charity into the red.
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golden years

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

Ex: They planned their golden years around family , hobbies , and quiet mornings .
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gray area
gray area
[noun]

a situation that is hard to define or categorize and therefore unclear

Ex: His role in the decision remains a gray area.
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out of the blue

occurring without prior warning

Ex: The sudden storm arrived out of the blue, catching many people unprepared.
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red tape
red tape
[noun]

official procedures or rules that are unnecessary and time-consuming

Ex: The charity wanted to help quickly , but red tape slowed everything down .
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white flag

a universal symbol of surrender or truce, used to indicate the intention to cease fighting or negotiate peace

Ex: The villagers put up a white flag to indicate their desire for peace .
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purple patch

a period marked by good luck or success

Ex: She hopes this purple patch of creativity continues for a long time .
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with flying colors

in a distinctive and very successful way

Ex: Despite the pressure, they performed with flying colors.
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Vocabulary Insight 9Unit 10 - 10AUnit 10 - 10CVocabulary Insight 10
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