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Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 3 - Vocabulary

Here you will find the words from Unit 3 - Vocabulary in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "invent", "journal", "inevitable", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate
to write
to write
[Verb]

to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually on a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil

Ex: Can you write a note for the delivery person ?
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writer
writer
[noun]

someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: The writer signed books for her fans at the event .
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to invent
to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: By 2030 , scientists might invent a cure for this disease .
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inventor
inventor
[noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .
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invention
invention
[noun]

a brand new machine, tool, or process that is made after study and experiment

Ex: Scientists celebrated the invention of a new type of renewable energy generator that harnesses ocean waves .
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to open
to open
[Verb]

to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use

Ex: Could you open the window ? It ’s getting warm in here .
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bottle opener

a small tool used to open the metal top of a bottle

Ex: They forgot to bring a bottle opener to the picnic .
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journal
journal
[noun]

a written record of daily events, experiences, etc. that is kept for personal use

Ex: Keeping a journal can improve mental well-being .
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journalist

someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: The journalist spent months researching for his article .
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piano
piano
[noun]

a musical instrument we play by pressing the black and white keys on the keyboard

Ex: We attended a piano recital and were impressed by the young pianist 's talent .
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pianist
pianist
[noun]

someone who plays the piano, particularly a professional one

Ex: The pianist played background music at the restaurant , creating a pleasant ambiance for diners .
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social
social
[Adjective]

related to society and the lives of its citizens in general

Ex: Economic factors can impact social mobility and access to opportunities within society .
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socialist
socialist
[noun]

a person who supports a system where the community collectively owns and controls the means of production, distribution, and exchange, known as socialism

Ex: Some countries have elected socialists to prominent leadership positions .
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to pollute

to damage the environment by releasing harmful chemicals or substances to the air, water, or land

Ex: The smoke from the fire pollutes the atmosphere , reducing air quality .
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pollution
pollution
[noun]

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

Ex: The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .
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happy
happy
[Adjective]

emotionally feeling good or glad

Ex: The happy couple celebrated their anniversary with a romantic dinner .
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happiness
happiness
[noun]

the feeling of being happy and well

Ex: Finding balance in life is essential for overall happiness and well-being .
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weak
weak
[Adjective]

structurally fragile or lacking durability

Ex: The dam failed at its weakest point during the flood.
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weakness
weakness
[noun]

lack of power or ability to act effectively

Ex: The company 's weakness became apparent in the crisis .
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visible
visible
[Adjective]

able to be seen with the eyes

Ex: The scars on his arm were still visible, reminders of past injuries .
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visibility

the distance that is possible or clear for one to see, particularly because of the weather conditions

Ex: Early morning fog significantly reduced visibility, leading to multiple flight cancellations at the airport .
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inevitable
inevitable
[Adjective]

unable to be prevented

Ex: With tensions escalating between the two countries , war seemed inevitable.
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inevitability

the quality or state of being unavoidable, often in reference to an event, outcome, or consequence that cannot be prevented or changed

Ex: The team faced the inevitability of defeat in the final minutes .
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to excite
to excite
[Verb]

to make a person feel interested or happy, particularly about something that will happen soon

Ex: The sight of snowflakes falling excited residents, heralding the arrival of winter.
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: The rollercoaster lurched forward , screams of excitement echoing through the park as riders plunged down the first drop .
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product
product
[noun]

something that is created or grown for sale

Ex: The tech startup launched its flagship product at the trade show last month .
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productivity

the state or condition of being productive, or the ability to produce or generate goods, services, or results efficiently and effectively

Ex: His productivity decreased when he started working late into the night .
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motherhood

the state of being a mother to a child or children

Ex: Motherhood taught her the importance of patience , empathy , and selflessness .
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: Sarah considers her roommate, Emma, as her best friend because they share their secrets and spend a lot of time together.
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friendship

a close relationship between two or more people characterized by trust, loyalty, and support

Ex: Despite living miles apart , their friendship remains strong thanks to regular calls and visits .
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