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Total English - Advanced - Unit 7 - Vocabulary

Here you will find the words from Unit 7 - Vocabulary in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "aviator", "compilation", "emphasize", etc.

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Total English - Advanced
profitable
profitable
[Adjective]

(of a business) providing benefits or valuable returns

Ex: The new marketing strategy proved highly profitable, increasing the company's revenue by 20% in just six months. 
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destruction

the action or process of causing significant damage to something, rendering it unable to exist or continue in its normal state

Ex: The hurricane's destruction of the coastal town left many homes in ruins. 
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illegally
illegally
[Adverb]

in a way that breaks or goes against the law

Ex: He was arrested for illegally downloading copyrighted music. 
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disappearance

the act or instance of going missing, often without explanation or a trace left behind

Ex: The disappearance of the plane remains unsolved after many years. 
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dependent
dependent
[Adjective]

unable to survive, succeed, or stay healthy without someone or something

Ex: The success of the project was highly dependent on the team's ability to collaborate effectively. 
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to emphasize

to highlight something and make it easier to notice by drawing attention toward it

Ex: The bold belt emphasized the waistline of the dress, creating an hourglass silhouette. 
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afterward
afterward
[Adverb]

in the time following a specific action, moment, or event

Ex: She completed her work, and afterward, she went for a walk. 
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nationalization

the process of transferring ownership and control of privately owned assets or industries to the government

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globalization

the fact that the cultures and economic systems around the world are becoming connected and similar as a result of improvement in communications and development of multinational corporations

Ex: Globalization has led to an increase in international trade and economic cooperation. 
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compilation

something such as a book, record, etc. that consists of different pieces taken from several sources

Ex: The album is a compilation of the band's greatest hits. 
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enjoyment
enjoyment
[noun]

the feeling of pleasure that someone experiences from an activity, a thing or a situation

Ex: He found great enjoyment in playing the piano every evening. 
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harassment

the act of subjecting someone to repeated and unwanted attacks, criticism, or other forms of harmful behavior

Ex: She reported her coworker for repeated harassment in the office. 
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retirement

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

Ex: She looks forward to traveling during her retirement. 
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kindness
kindness
[noun]

an action that is caring, kind, or helpful

Ex: Her kindness was evident when she volunteered at the animal shelter every weekend. 
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emptiness
emptiness
[noun]

a state of lacking substance or content, usually referring to a space or container that is completely without any material or matter

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sadness
sadness
[noun]

the feeling of being sad and not happy

Ex: She couldn't hide the sadness in her eyes after hearing the news of her grandmother's passing. 
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redundancy

a state of being no longer needed or useful, often due to the existence of a duplicate or replacement

Ex: The document was filled with redundancy, repeating the same points multiple times. 
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accuracy
accuracy
[noun]

the state or quality of being without any errors

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tendency
tendency
[noun]

an inclination or habit to act in a certain way

Ex: She has a tendency to bite her nails when nervous. 
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burglar
burglar
[noun]

someone who illegally enters a place in order to steal something

Ex: The burglar broke into the house through the back door while the family was asleep upstairs. 
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aviator
aviator
[noun]

a person who operates an aircraft

Ex: The experienced aviator navigated through turbulent weather with ease. 
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motivator
motivator
[noun]

a person or thing that provides motivation or encouragement to someone to complete a task, achieve a goal, or make a positive change

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assistant
assistant
[noun]

a person who helps someone in their work

Ex: He is the assistant manager at the local grocery store. 
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opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who disagrees with a system, plan, etc. and intends to put an end to it or change it

Ex: His opponent in the chess tournament was highly skilled. 
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entrant
entrant
[noun]

any individual or entity that is newly participating in a particular activity or competition

Ex: Each entrant was given a number to wear for the race. 
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biologist
biologist
[noun]

a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

Ex: The biologist spent years researching the behavior of dolphins in the wild to better understand their social structures. 
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psychologist

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

Ex: The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression. 
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spokesman
spokesman
[noun]

a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

Ex: The spokesman addressed the press regarding the company's new policy. 
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businesswoman

a woman who does business activities like running a company or participating in trade

Ex: Being a business woman and a mother is not easy, but she handles it with grace. 
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doorman
doorman
[noun]

a man working in a hotel, building, etc. who lets visitors in and helps them find a taxi

Ex: The doorman greeted each guest with a warm smile as they arrived at the hotel, offering assistance with their luggage. 
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to motivate

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

Ex: The coach's pep talk was meant to motivate the team before the championship game. 
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to captivate

to attract someone by being irresistibly appealing

Ex: The enchanting melody of the music captivated everyone in the room. 
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to tolerate

to allow something one dislikes, especially certain behavior or conditions, without interference or complaint

Ex: She tolerates the inconveniences of public transportation without complaining. 
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to satirize

to use satire in order to criticize or ridicule a system, person, etc.

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to simplify

to make something easier or less complex to understand, do, etc.

Ex: The teacher simplified the math problem to help the students grasp the concept. 
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to clarify

to make something clear and easy to understand by explaining it more

Ex: The professor clarified the complex concept by giving real-life examples. 
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to testify

to make a statement as a witness in court saying something is true

Ex: Witnesses are called to testify about what they saw during the accident. 
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to lighten

to make something brighter or clearer in color

Ex: Adding a white paint can lighten the color of the walls and make the room appear larger. 
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to enlighten

to make something clear or understandable, often by providing new or relevant information

Ex: The professor's lecture on quantum physics served to enlighten the complex subject matter, making it more accessible to students. 
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to broaden

to expand or enlarge the size or dimensions of something

Ex: The city council plans to broaden the sidewalks downtown to accommodate more pedestrians. 
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manual
manual
[Adjective]

requiring or involving personal effort, especially physical effort, as opposed to being automatic or effortless

Ex: The car comes with both automatic and manual transmission options. 
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practical
practical
[Adjective]

focused on actions and real-life use, rather than on just ideas or theories

Ex: The course focused on practical skills such as problem-solving and decision-making. 
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phenomenal
phenomenal
[Adjective]

related to a remarkable or exceptional occurrence that is observed or experienced

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tolerant
tolerant
[Adjective]

showing respect to what other people say or do even when one disagrees with them

Ex: The tolerant teacher encouraged open discussions in the classroom, fostering an environment where students felt free to express diverse viewpoints without fear of judgment. 
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urgent
urgent
[Adjective]

needing immediate action or attention

Ex: The patient's condition is urgent, and they need to see a doctor right away. 
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permanent
permanent
[Adjective]

continuing to exist all the time, without significant changes

Ex: The museum's permanent collection includes timeless masterpieces from around the world. 
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selfish
selfish
[Adjective]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

Ex: She's so selfish; she never considers how her actions affect others. 
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childish
childish
[Adjective]

behaving in a way that is immature or typical of a child

Ex: Instead of resolving their issues maturely, they resorted to childish name-calling and insults. 
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polish
polish
[Adjective]

referring to something that is related to Poland, its people, language, culture, or products

Ex: I'm learning Polish cuisine from my grandmother. 
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hopeful
hopeful
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a positive attitude and believing that good things are likely to happen

Ex: The young artist felt hopeful after receiving positive feedback on her latest work. 
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to idealize

to envision something in its best or perfect form

Ex: She always tended to idealize her childhood, forgetting the hardships. 
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to characterize

to describe the qualities of someone or something in a certain manner

Ex: The historian characterized the Renaissance period as a time of cultural rebirth and artistic innovation. 
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