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Total English - Intermediate - Unit 8 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - Lesson 2 in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "recycling", "intensive", "basically", etc.

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Total English - Intermediate
climate change

a permanent change in global or regional climate patterns, including temperature, wind, and rainfall

Ex: Climate change is a major concern for future generations. 
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conflict
conflict
[noun]

tension or opposition between two simultaneous, incompatible feelings

Ex: He felt a conflict between loyalty and ambition. 
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to cure
to cure
[Verb]

to make someone regain their health

Ex: Antibiotics are often prescribed to cure bacterial infections. 
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debt
debt
[noun]

an amount of money or a favor that is owed

Ex: After years of diligent saving, he finally managed to pay off his student debt. 
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disease
disease
[noun]

an illness in a human, animal, or plant that affects health

Ex: Many are working tirelessly to eradicate this deadly disease. 
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fair trade

trading practices that do not put consumers at a disadvantage

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global warming

the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect

Ex: Scientists link global warming to rising sea levels. 
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intensive
intensive
[Adjective]

involving a lot of effort, attention, and activity in a short period of time

Ex: The intensive training program prepared them for the upcoming competition in just two weeks. 
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farming
farming
[noun]

the activity of working on a farm and growing crops or producing animal products by raising them

Ex: Farming involves many tasks, from planting seeds to harvesting crops. 
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mortality rate

the number of deaths in a particular population over a specific period of time, usually expressed as a ratio or percentage

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organic
organic
[Adjective]

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

Ex: Organic farming relies on natural methods and avoids the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. 
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peace
peace
[noun]

a period or state where there is no war or violence

Ex: After years of conflict, the region finally experienced a period of lasting peace and stability. 
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution in the lake has made the water toxic to fish and plants. 
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poverty
poverty
[noun]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

Ex: Many families in the area live in poverty and struggle to access basic services. 
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recycling
recycling
[noun]

the process of making waste products usable again

Ex: Recycling helps reduce environmental pollution. 
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solar power

energy that is generated from the sun's radiation using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity

Ex: The house is equipped with solar power to reduce electricity bills. 
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standard of living

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Improved infrastructure and healthcare services have contributed to a higher standard of living in urban areas. 
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war
war
[noun]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

Ex: The soldiers marched off to battle, prepared to defend their country in war. 
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wealth
wealth
[noun]

abundance of money, property or valuable possessions

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basically
basically
[Adverb]

used to state one's opinion while emphasizing or summarizing its most important aspects

Ex: Basically, we need to finish the project by the end of the week. 
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fortunately
fortunately
[Adverb]

used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

Ex: Fortunately, the weather cleared up just in time for the outdoor event, allowing it to proceed smoothly. 
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hopefully
hopefully
[Adverb]

used for expressing that one hopes something will happen

Ex: He submitted his job application, and hopefully, he will be invited for an interview. 
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obviously
obviously
[Adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The sun was setting, so obviously, it was getting darker outside. 
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personally
personally
[Adverb]

used to show that the opinion someone is giving comes from their own viewpoint

Ex: I can't endorse that product personally, as I've had a negative experience with it. 
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surprisingly
surprisingly
[Adverb]

in a way that is unexpected and causes amazement

Ex: She finished the race surprisingly quickly, beating all her competitors. 
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