Total English - Advanced - Unit 4 - Lesson 3

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 4 - Lesson 3 in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "contemporary", "demanding", "in the making", etc.

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Total English - Advanced
gifted [adjective]

having a natural talent, intelligence, or ability in a particular area or skill

Ex: The gifted artist creates stunning works of art that resonate with viewers on a deep emotional level .
talented [adjective]

possessing a natural skill or ability for something

Ex: The team has several talented players this season .
prodigy [noun]

a person, typically a child, who demonstrates exceptional talent or ability in a particular area, often beyond what is considered normal for their age

Ex: The chess prodigy defeated experienced grandmasters before turning ten .
genius [noun]

someone who is very smart or is very skilled in a specific activity

Ex: The young pianist was called a musical genius after his breathtaking performance .

excessive and sometimes insincere praise for someone, often to the point of worship

Ex: His adulation for the rock band knew no bounds ; he collected every album , attended every concert , and even named his pet after the lead singer .

a feeling of much respect for and approval of someone or something

Ex: The young scientist 's groundbreaking research garnered admiration from experts in the field .
peer [noun]

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

Ex: The summer camp aimed to create a supportive environment where children could interact with peers and develop social skills .
demanding [adjective]

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

Ex:
freak [noun]

a person, animal, or plant that is abnormal or unusual in appearance or behavior, often considered a curiosity or an oddity

abnormal [adjective]

different from what is usual or expected

Ex: His abnormal reaction to the medication prompted the doctor to change the dosage .

not yet completed, but is currently in the process of being made or developed

Ex: The project , decades in the making , finally reached completion .