Total English - Intermediate - Unit 2 - Reference - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Reference - Part 1 in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "docudrama", "moving", "thriller", etc.

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Total English - Intermediate
channel [noun]

a TV station that broadcasts different programs

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‌a global computer network that allows users around the world to communicate with each other and exchange information

Ex: She spends a lot of time on the Internet , browsing social media .

a form of online communication which enables the users to communicate very quickly in real-time

Ex: She sent him an instant messaging app to discuss their weekend plans .
online [adjective]

connected to or via the Internet

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website [noun]

a group of related data on the Internet with the same domain name published by a specific individual, organization, etc.

Ex: The website allows users to connect with others who share similar interests .
film [noun]

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

Ex: As part of their film studies course , students analyzed the cinematography and narrative structure of various iconic films .
comedy [noun]

a genre that emphasizes humor and often has a happy or lighthearted conclusion

Ex: The comedy genre has evolved significantly over the years .

a movie or television show based on real events, but not accurate in all the details

Ex: The new docudrama mixes real interviews with scripted scenes .

a film genre that has a lot of unnatural or frightening events intending to scare people

Ex: The director 's latest horror film received rave reviews for its innovative storytelling and terrifying visuals .
romantic [adjective]

describing affections connected with love or relationships

Ex: The movie 's romantic scenes made everyone swoon .
thriller [noun]

a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

Ex: She ’s a fan of crime thrillers , especially those with complex plots .

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Ex: The television was turned off during dinner .
commercial [adjective]

related to the purchasing and selling of different goods and services

Ex: This product is designed for the commercial use , not for private households .
digital [adjective]

(of signals or data) representing and processing data as series of the digits 0 and 1 in electronic signals

Ex: Many artists share their work on social media through digital platforms .

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The documentary series on Netflix explores different aspects of science .

a type of TV show where people are filmed going about their daily lives or doing challenges in order to entertain the audience

Ex: He joined a reality show to showcase his cooking skills .

a program where a host talks to famous people and experts about different topics, often with audience participation

Ex: Audience members often get to ask questions on the popular chat show .
to live [verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

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someone who appears in a TV or radio show, introducing different sections

producer [noun]

a person or organization that creates, designs, or manufactures goods in order to sell them in the market for profit

Ex: The factory is the largest producer of automotive parts in the region .
program [noun]

a performance, typically in the context of theater, music, or other artistic events

Ex: The program lasted for two hours , with an intermission halfway through .

an object sent into space to travel around the earth and send or receive information

Ex: The satellite 's camera captured detailed images of the planet ’s surface for environmental monitoring .
screen [noun]

the flat panel on a television, computer, etc. on which images and information are displayed

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to set [verb]

to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use

Ex: The barista set the coffee machine for a double espresso .
annoying [adjective]

causing slight anger

Ex: Dealing with annoying telemarketing calls during dinner became a regular annoyance .
boring [adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: The lecture was so boring that several students left early .
entertaining [adjective]

providing amusement, often through humor, drama, or skillful performance

Ex: We spent the evening playing board games , finding them surprisingly entertaining and a great way to connect with friends .
exciting [adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: The fireworks display was really exciting and lit up the whole sky .
gripping [adjective]

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

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incredible [adjective]

too strange and impossible to believe

Ex: Her incredible tale of meeting a unicorn was met with skepticism .
inspiring [adjective]

producing feelings of motivation, enthusiasm, or admiration

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moving [adjective]

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

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