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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 your address on this form? 
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writer
writer
[noun]

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

Ex: He's a writer who focuses on science fiction. 
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to invent
to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb, revolutionizing illumination. 
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inventor
inventor
[noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: Thomas Edison is renowned as an inventor for creating the electric light bulb. 
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invention
invention
[noun]

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

Ex: The invention of the smartphone revolutionized the way we communicate and access information. 
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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: He opens the window to let in some fresh air. 
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bottle opener

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

Ex: He grabbed a bottle opener to open his drink. 
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journal
journal
[noun]

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

Ex: She writes in her journal every night before bed. 
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journalist

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

Ex: A journalist must always verify the facts before writing a story. 
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piano
piano
[noun]

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

Ex: I learned how to read sheet music to play the piano. 
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pianist
pianist
[noun]

someone who plays the piano, particularly a professional one

Ex: She's a classically trained pianist who performs solo recitals around the world. 
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social
social
[Adjective]

related to society and the lives of its citizens in general

Ex: The government implemented social programs to support vulnerable populations. 
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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: He is a socialist who believes in equal access to resources for all citizens. 
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to pollute

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

Ex: Factories often pollute the air with emissions from burning fossil fuels. 
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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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happy
happy
[Adjective]

emotionally feeling good or glad

Ex: He was happy when he got the job he had been hoping for. 
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happiness
happiness
[noun]

the feeling of being happy and well

Ex: The birth of their first child brought immense happiness to the young couple. 
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weak
weak
[Adjective]

structurally fragile or lacking durability

Ex: The bridge collapsed at its weak central support. 
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weakness
weakness
[noun]

lack of power or ability to act effectively

Ex: The team's weakness was exposed during the final match. 
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visible
visible
[Adjective]

able to be seen with the eyes

Ex: The stars were visible in the clear night sky, shining brightly. 
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visibility

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

Ex: The dense fog reduced visibility on the highway, causing several cars to slow down to avoid accidents. 
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inevitable
inevitable
[Adjective]

unable to be prevented

Ex: As technology advances, it becomes increasingly inevitable that automation will replace certain jobs. 
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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 inevitability of change is a part of life. 
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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 news of the upcoming concert excited music fans all over the city. 
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: Sarah's excitement was palpable as she eagerly awaited the arrival of her long-lost friend at the airport. 
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product
product
[noun]

something that is created or grown for sale

Ex: The bakery's best-selling product is its freshly baked bread. 
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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: The team's productivity increased after implementing new project management tools. 
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motherhood

the state of being a mother to a child or children

Ex: She embraced motherhood with love and dedication, cherishing every moment with her child. 
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friend
friend
[noun]

someone we like and trust

Ex: David and Samantha became friends after meeting at a book club and discovered their shared passion for literature. 
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friendship

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

Ex: The bond of friendship between Jack and Jill was so strong that they could communicate without uttering a single word. 
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