Total English - Advanced - Unit 9 - Lesson 3

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Lesson 3 in the Total English Advanced coursebook, such as "evocative", "unconventional", "pique", etc.

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evocative

[Adjective]

bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

Ex: The evocative scent of freshly baked bread reminded him of his childhood.

intriguing

[Adjective]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

Ex: The old book contained intriguing symbols and cryptic messages, sparking the reader's curiosity.

cliched

[Adjective]

lacking originality or freshness

Ex: The film was criticized for its clichéd plot twists that viewers had seen many times before.

quirky

[Adjective]

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

Ex: The quirky café in the neighborhood was known for its mismatched furniture and whimsical décor.

breathtaking

[Adjective]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

Ex: The ballet performance was simply breathtaking, with its graceful movements and stunning choreography.

novel

[Adjective]

new and unlike anything else

Ex: Her novel approach to problem-solving impressed the entire team with its creativity and effectiveness.

stereotype

[noun]

a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

Ex: The movie relied on a stereotype of teenagers that wasn't true to life.

unconventional

[Adjective]

not following established customs or norms

Ex: His unconventional style of dress, mixing formal attire with casual elements, always drew attention.

to pique

[Verb]

to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

Ex: He was piqued by her lack of attention.

curiosity

[noun]

a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

Ex: His curiosity led him to explore the old library, hoping to uncover forgotten stories.

to sit up and take notice

[phrase]

to suddenly become attentive or alert, often due to something surprising or remarkable

Ex: She is sitting up and taking notice of the speaker's words.

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