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Total English - Advanced - Unit 9 - Lesson 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Lesson 2 in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "monochrome", "dull", "admire", etc.

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Total English - Advanced
abstract
[Adjective]

(of a form of art) showing forms, colors, or shapes that do not represent real-world objects, focusing on ideas or emotions instead

Ex: The gallery featured an exhibit of abstract paintings that challenged traditional notions of representation .
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striking
[Adjective]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

Ex: He had a striking look with his tall frame and distinctive tattoos , making him unforgettable .
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avant-garde
[Adjective]

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

Ex: In the realm of visual art, avant-garde painters explore new forms of expression, pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create groundbreaking works that defy categorization.
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tranquil
[Adjective]

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

Ex: His tranquil demeanor helped calm those around him during the stressful situation.
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colorful
[Adjective]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

Ex: The springtime brought a burst of colorful blossoms to the park .
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plain
[Adjective]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

Ex: Her phone case was plain black, offering basic protection without any decorative elements.
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traditional
[Adjective]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

Ex: The company ’s traditional dress code requires formal attire , while other workplaces are adopting casual policies .
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monochrome
[Adjective]

(of a picture or photograph) containing or portraying images in black and white or different shades of a single color only

Ex: The monochrome design of the website used only blue tones to maintain a cohesive look.
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disturbing
[Adjective]

causing a strong feeling of worry or discomfort

Ex: The book explores disturbing truths about human nature.
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dull
[Adjective]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

Ex: She wore a dull brown sweater that blended into the background .
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stunning
[Adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The movie 's special effects were so stunning that they felt almost real .
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figurative
[Adjective]

representing people, animals and objects and forms as they appear in the real world

Ex: Figurative art often tells a story through realistic imagery .
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taste
[noun]

the ability to recognize something with good quality or high standard, especially in art, style, beauty, etc., based on personal preferences

Ex: Developing a sophisticated taste in fashion often involves exploring different styles and understanding personal preferences .
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a type of activity, subject, etc. that one is very good at or enjoys very much

Ex: If horror movies areyour cup of tea, you might want to skip this one .
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to admire
[Verb]

to express respect toward someone or something often due to qualities, achievements, etc.

Ex: The community admires the local philanthropist for their generosity and commitment to charitable causes .
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