Interchange - Intermediate - Unit 3 - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - Part 2 in the Interchange Intermediate coursebook, such as "damage", "organic", "criticize", etc.

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Interchange - Intermediate
diploma [noun]

a certificate given to someone who has completed a course of study

Ex: He earned his high school diploma after completing four years of coursework .

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

Ex: He shared his experiences with overcoming obstacles during his inspirational speech .

to make or have an image of something in our mind

Ex: She likes to imagine herself traveling to exotic destinations while reading a book .
successful [adjective]

getting the results you hoped for or wanted

Ex: His new business venture is highly successful .
organic [adjective]

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

Ex: Many consumers prefer organic food due to its perceived health benefits and lower environmental impact .

to physically harm something

Ex: Using the wrong cleaning solution may damage the delicate fabric .

pieces of equipment such as tables, desks, beds, etc. that we put in a house or office so that it becomes suitable for living or working in

Ex: The furniture store has a wide section of sofas , tables , and chairs .

a test done to prove the truthfulness of a hypothesis

Ex: The results of the experiment supported the theory of relativity .

a source of power used for lighting, heating, and operating machines

Ex: Power plants generate electricity that is distributed to homes and businesses .
bill [noun]

a piece of printed paper that shows the amount of money a person has to pay for goods or services received

Ex: He left a generous tip with the bill before leaving the restaurant .
either [adverb]

used after negative statements to indicate a similarity between two situations or feelings

Ex: She did n’t answer my call , and she did n’t reply to my message either .
stove [noun]

a box-shaped equipment used for cooking or heating food by either putting it inside or on top of the equipment

Ex: I cooked dinner on the electric stove in the kitchen .

soft, thin paper in sheets or on a roll for cleaning after using the toilet

Ex: The hotel room was stocked with luxurious toilet paper .
separate [adjective]

not connected to anything, and forming a unit by itself

Ex: After the argument , they slept in separate beds .
to wish [verb]

to desire something to occur or to be true even though it is improbable or not possible

Ex: I wish I could fly like a bird and see the world from above .

to return to a previous location, position, or state

Ex: The TV we bought has a screen defect , so it will have to go back for a replacement .

to make a person or thing better

Ex: The renovations are expected to improve the appearance of the old building .

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: His outgoing personality makes him popular at parties .
to move [verb]

to change your position or location

Ex: The cat moved swiftly across the room .
new [adjective]

recently invented, made, etc.

Ex: I 'm excited to try out my new pair of running shoes .
home [noun]

the place that we live in, usually with our family

Ex: He missed his home while traveling and could n't wait to be back .
to spend [verb]

to pass time in a particular manner or in a certain place

Ex: His retirement years were spent traveling the world .
family [noun]

people that are related to each other by blood or marriage, normally made up of a father, mother, and their children

Ex: My family likes to go on vacation together every year .

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: Urban lifestyle often involves fast-paced living with access to numerous amenities .
own [adjective]

used for showing that someone or something belongs to or is connected with a particular person or thing

Ex: The company uses its own software for managing tasks .
business [noun]

the activity of providing services or products in exchange for money

Ex: She invested her savings in a start-up business .
to enjoy [verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: He often enjoys hiking in the mountains during the weekends .
to add [verb]

to put things together to make them bigger in size or quantity

Ex: The teacher will add new examples to clarify the concept .
volunteer [adjective]

describing a service or activity performed willingly without receiving payment

Ex:
still [adverb]

up to now or the time stated

Ex: They still have n't made a decision .
to worry [verb]

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

Ex: He could n't help but worry about the uncertain future .

to point out the faults or weaknesses of someone or something

Ex: It 's easy to criticize the government 's policies , but coming up with viable alternatives is more challenging .
to live [verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

Ex:
would [verb]

used to make an offer or request in a polite manner

Ex: Would you mind passing the salt , please ?
can [verb]

used to present an offer or suggestion

could [verb]

used to ask if one can do something

Ex: Could I borrow your pen for a moment ?
to stop [verb]

to not move anymore

Ex: The train does n't stop on this route after 6 PM .