Interchange - Upper-intermediate - Unit 9 - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Part 2 in the Interchange Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "convince", "lethal", "prestigious", etc.

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Interchange - Upper-intermediate
responsible [adjective]

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

Ex: The company is responsible for maintaining safety standards in the workplace .

to change and become stronger or more advanced

Ex: Over time , economies can develop and become more resilient to external shocks .
option [noun]

something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives

Ex: Taking a break is a good option if you feel overwhelmed at work .
to bite [verb]

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

Ex: To catch its prey , the predator would often bite with precision .
nail [noun]

the hard, thin layer on the upper surface of the tip of the finger and toe

Ex: She accidentally broke a nail while opening the box , but quickly fixed it with some glue .

to be able to pay the cost of something

Ex: Individuals are affording education through various financial planning strategies .
advice [noun]

a suggestion or an opinion that is given with regard to making the best decision in a specific situation

Ex: His advice on investing wisely proved invaluable during the economic downturn .
to argue [verb]

to speak to someone often angrily because one disagrees with them

Ex:
to agree [verb]

to hold the same opinion as another person about something

Ex: We all agree that we need more resources for the project .

to finish a university, college, etc. study course successfully and receive a diploma or degree

Ex: They are excited to graduate and move on to the next phase of their lives .

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

Ex: Despite initial skepticism , she managed to convince her friends to try the new restaurant .
capable [adjective]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

Ex: The capable student excels in academics , consistently achieving high grades .
pancreatic [adjective]

relating to the organ that controls blood sugar, called pancreas

Ex: Pancreatic function is crucial for both digestion and blood sugar regulation .
cancer [noun]

a serious disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in a part of the body that may spread to other parts

Ex:
disease [noun]

an illness in a human, animal, or plant that affects health

Ex: She campaigns for awareness of the disease .

to cause a change in a person, thing, etc.

Ex: The economic downturn is expected to affect businesses across various sectors .
deeply [adverb]

used to express strong emotions, concerns, or intensity of feeling

Ex: He felt deeply ashamed of his actions .
lethal [adjective]

capable of causing death

Ex:

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Ex: Last month , the investigators determined the cause of the fire in the building .
ahead [adverb]

in position or direction that is further forward or in front of a person or thing

Ex: She glanced ahead to see if there were any obstacles on the road .
endlessly [adverb]

without an end or limit

Ex: The possibilities for exploration in the vast forest seemed endlessly exciting to the hikers .
proposal [noun]

something suggested or put forward for consideration, such as an idea, plan, or assumption

Ex: A new proposal for the office layout was submitted .
positively [adverb]

in a way that shows a good or optimistic attitude, expressing approval, joy, or support

Ex: The student approached the challenging task positively , believing in their ability to overcome it .
guidance [noun]

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

Ex: The consultant offered guidance to small business owners , helping them develop effective strategies for growth and success .

a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

Ex: Forensic laboratories analyze evidence collected from crime scenes to aid in investigations .

to give someone something because of their success, hard work, specific achievements, etc.

Ex: The coach promised to reward the team with a special outing if they won the championship .
prize [noun]

anything that is given as a reward to someone who has done very good work or to the winner of a contest, game of chance, etc.

Ex: The grand prize for the raffle was a luxury vacation package to a tropical island .
prestigious [adjective]

having a lot of respect, honor, and admiration in a particular field or society

Ex: The prestigious law firm only hires graduates from top-tier law schools .

a person who introduces new ideas, methods, or products that have the potential to positively impact society

Ex: As an innovator , he constantly seeks better solutions .
eventually [adverb]

after or at the end of a series of events or an extended period

Ex: They faced many obstacles , but eventually , they overcame all difficulties and reached their goal .

a person who takes part in a competition or contest

Ex: Contestants must register before entering the competition .
award [noun]

a sum of money or other compensation granted by a court as the result of a legal judgment

Ex: The award covered the full cost of property repairs .

a condition that causes a person or thing to be more successful compared to others

Ex: Studying abroad can provide students with a cultural advantage and language skills .
process [noun]

a specific course of action that is performed in order to accomplish a certain objective

Ex: We need to streamline the hiring process to attract qualified candidates .