Total English - Intermediate - Unit 1 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - Lesson 2 in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "fluent", "encouraging", "selfish", etc.

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Total English - Intermediate
fluent [adjective]

having proficiency in speaking or writing a foreign language without difficulty

Ex: After the immersion program , she was fluent in Spanish .
dependable [adjective]

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

Ex: Despite challenges , the dependable employee consistently meets expectations and delivers quality results .
encouraging [adjective]

giving someone hope, confidence, or support

Ex:
generous [adjective]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

Ex: The host was incredibly generous , offering us plenty of food and drinks .
jealous [adjective]

feeling angry and unhappy because someone else has what we want

Ex: I 'm so jealous of your vacation plans .
kind-hearted [adjective]

having a compassionate and caring nature, showing kindness and generosity toward others

Ex: Everyone in the community admired him for being such a kind-hearted person .
mean [adjective]

(of a person) behaving in a way that is unkind or cruel

Ex: The mean boss berated employees for minor mistakes , creating a toxic work environment .
pleasant [adjective]

bringing enjoyment and happiness

Ex: The holiday decorations create a pleasant atmosphere in the town .
to worry [verb]

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

Ex: He could n't help but worry about the uncertain future .

to use money in exchange for the purchase of a specific item or the utilization of a particular service

Ex:
selfish [adjective]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

Ex: The selfish driver cut off other cars in traffic without a second thought .
sulky [adjective]

ill-tempered and in a bad mood, tending to sulk

Ex: The child became sulky after being told no .
upbeat [adjective]

having a positive and cheerful attitude

Ex: His upbeat personality always lifted the mood of those around him , no matter the situation .
fearful [adjective]

filled with fear or anxiety

Ex: His voice was shaky and fearful as he recounted the incident to the police .