Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - Part 2 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "vocational", "accountable", "estimate", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate

to bring something into existence or make something happen

Ex: The scientists created a groundbreaking vaccine for the disease .

to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.

Ex: The government implemented measures to reduce pollution in urban areas .
homeless [noun]

people who lack stable housing and so live on the streets

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to make a person or thing better

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

to give someone what is needed or necessary

Ex: The restaurant aims to provide excellent customer service for the patrons .
affordable [adjective]

having a price that a person can pay without experiencing financial difficulties

Ex: The clothing store advertises affordable summer dresses under $ 20 .

someone who works in the government or a law-making organization

Ex: The newspaper interviewed the local politician .
accountable [adjective]

responsible for one's actions and prepared to explain them

Ex: The CEO held himself accountable for the company 's financial losses .
vocational [adjective]

involving the necessary knowledge or skills for a certain occupation

Ex: Vocational skills such as plumbing or carpentry are in high demand in the job market .

to become larger in amount or size

Ex: As demand for the product rises , prices tend to increase .
shelter [noun]

a structure offering protection and privacy from danger

Ex: Soldiers constructed a temporary shelter for the night .

the extensive removal of forests, typically causing environmental damage

Ex: Rapid deforestation has destroyed the habitats of countless wildlife species .
crime [noun]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

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mobility [noun]

the ability to move easily or be freely moved from one place, job, etc. to another

Ex: The city 's mobility infrastructure includes well-connected public transportation options .

unhealthy food, containing a lot of fat, sugar, etc.

Ex: He was craving junk food after a long day at work .
invasion [noun]

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

Ex: The general oversaw the invasion plan , ensuring strategic deployment of troops .
destructive [adjective]

causing a lot of damage or harm

Ex: The destructive force of the earthquake toppled buildings and infrastructure .
planet [noun]

a huge round object that moves in an orbit, around the sun, or any other star

Ex: Earth is the only planet known to support life .

in a manner that emphasizes a specific aspect or detail

Ex: I enjoy reading , particularly mystery novels .
serious [adjective]

needing attention and action because of possible danger or risk

Ex: The doctor said his condition is serious and needs immediate attention .

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

Ex: The project timeline was shortened dramatically with better efficiency .

to a large extent

Ex: I learned a great deal during my internship .

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Ex: Human activities like deforestation can disrupt fragile ecosystems and lead to biodiversity loss .
against [preposition]

in opposition to someone or something

Ex: The team is playing against the national champions next week .
species [noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The red wolf is a species of wolf that is native to the southeastern United States .
to dive [verb]

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

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to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: The astronauts are exploring the surface of Mars in a groundbreaking mission .
extensive [adjective]

covering a large area

Ex: The shopping mall offered extensive parking , ensuring convenience for shoppers with vehicles .
coral [noun]

a hard, often pink or red substance produced by marine invertebrates, used in jewelry and ornaments

Ex: The auction included a rare piece of coral that had been passed down through noble families .
reef [noun]

a ridge of rock or a line of sand near the surface of a body of water

lionfish [noun]

a type of fish with long, colorful spines on its body, which is typically found in warm waters and can be dangerous to humans

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

Ex: He estimated the distance to be around five miles .

(of a living being) to produce offspring or more of itself

Ex: Humans reproduce through sexual reproduction , leading to the birth of babies .
trap [noun]

an object that can be used to catch an animal

Ex: They placed a trap to catch the stray cat .
poison [noun]

a deadly substance that can kill or seriously harm if it enters the body

Ex: The forensic team analyzed the victim 's blood for traces of poison .
poisonous [adjective]

(of an animal or insect) producing a substance that kills or harms a prey or an enemy

Ex: The wasp uses its poisonous sting to defend itself from predators .

the number of people who live in a particular city or country

Ex: Migration patterns have changed the ethnic composition of population groups over decades .
to hunt [verb]

to pursue wild animals in order to kill or catch them, for sport or food

Ex: The hunter patiently waited for the perfect opportunity to hunt the elusive deer .
sting [noun]

a painful infliction caused by a small sharp and pointed organ that some insects have and use to penetrate the prey and inject poison

Ex: He winced in pain from the sting caused by the hornet .
unwelcome [adjective]

not receiving a warm or friendly reception

unforgettable [adjective]

so memorable that being forgotten is impossible

Ex: She gave an unforgettable performance that left the audience in awe .
to treat [verb]

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

Ex: Instructors often teach individuals how to treat minor injuries .

to significantly increase in quantity

Ex: The organization aims to multiply its impact by collaborating with others .
unable [adjective]

being incapable of or lacking the skill, means, etc. necessary for doing something

Ex: He felt frustrated and unable to communicate his ideas effectively .

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Our aim is to protect the jobs of our members .