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Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 2 - Lesson 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - Lesson 1 in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "daunting", "plummet", "get used to", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate
fascinating
[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The magician 's tricks fascinating to watch , leaving audiences spellbound .
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annoying
[Adjective]

causing slight anger

Ex: annoying buzzing of mosquitoes kept them awake all night .
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daunting
[Adjective]

intimidating, challenging, or overwhelming in a way that creates a sense of fear or unease

Ex: Writing a novel can be daunting, but with dedication and perseverance, it's achievable.
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disgusting
[Adjective]

extremely unpleasant

Ex: That was disgusting comment to make in public .
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challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.
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inspiring
[Adjective]

producing feelings of motivation, enthusiasm, or admiration

Ex: The teacher gave an inspiring lesson that sparked a love for science in her students.
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petrifying
[Adjective]

causing extreme fear or terror, often to the point of paralysis or immobility

Ex: Walking alone at night in the forest was petrifying experience .
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worrying
[Adjective]

creating a sense of unease or distress about potential negative outcomes

Ex: worrying behavior of her pet , refusing to eat and sleep , led her to consult a veterinarian .
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interesting
[Adjective]

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

Ex: The teacher made the interesting by including interactive activities .
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difficult
[Adjective]

needing a lot of work or skill to do, understand, or deal with

Ex: Cooking a gourmet meal from scratch can difficult for novice chefs .
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to fall to the ground rapidly

Ex: The malfunctioning drone lost altitude rapidly , causing it plummet and crash into the ground .
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to fall
[Verb]

to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground

Ex: The fall from the trees in autumn .
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to become accustomed or familiar with something, especially something that was previously unfamiliar or uncomfortable

Ex: She ’s getting used to the new software at her job .
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accustomed
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familiar with something, often through repeated experience or exposure

Ex: After years of practice, she was accustomed to playing the piano for long hours.
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