Solutions - Intermediate - Introduction - IA - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Introduction - IA - Part 2 in the Solutions Intermediate coursebook, such as "crowded", "disappointing", "harbour", etc.

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Solutions - Intermediate
cheap [adjective]

having a low price

Ex: The hotel room was cheap , but it lacked amenities .
crowded [adjective]

(of a space) filled with things or people

Ex: She felt claustrophobic in the crowded elevator .
disappointing [adjective]

not fulfilling one's expectations or hopes

Ex: Receiving a disappointing grade on the exam was a blow to her confidence .
expensive [adjective]

having a high price

Ex: The restaurant had expensive prices , but the food was delicious .
historic [adjective]

relating to a person or event that is a part of the past and is documented in historical records, often preserved for educational or cultural purposes

Ex: The museum houses many historic artifacts from ancient civilizations .
impressive [adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely impressive .
peaceful [adjective]

free from conflict, violence, or disorder

Ex: Scientists made important breakthroughs during productive seasons of peaceful exploration , unhindered by conflicts at home .
remote [adjective]

far away in space or distant in position

Ex: The remote island in the Pacific Ocean was uninhabited .
spectacular [adjective]

extremely impressive and beautiful, often evoking awe or excitement

Ex: The fireworks display was spectacular , lighting up the entire sky .
romantic [adjective]

describing affections connected with love or relationships

Ex: The movie 's romantic scenes made everyone swoon .
touristy [adjective]

intended for, visited by, or attractive to tourists, in a way that one does not like it

Ex: The restaurant was too touristy for their taste , with high prices and mediocre food .
church [noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: They celebrated Easter at the church , singing hymns and participating in the religious ceremony .
market [noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: She enjoyed browsing the stalls at the outdoor market , sampling cheeses and pastries .
monument [noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The local community raised funds to build a monument dedicated to the town ’s founder .
mosque [noun]

a place of worship, used by Muslims

Ex: The mosque welcomed visitors of all faiths to learn about Islam and its practices .
museum [noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: I visited the museum to learn about ancient civilizations .

an area under the protection of a government, where people can visit, for its wildlife, beauty, or historical sights

Ex: National parks are home to diverse wildlife and ecosystems .
old town [noun]

the historic part of a city, often characterized by old buildings, narrow streets, and cultural landmarks

Ex: Tourists love visiting the old town for its medieval architecture .

a theater designed for performing operas

Ex: The opera house features elaborate staging and costumes for its productions .
palace [noun]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations , its ruins offering glimpses into history .
park [noun]

a large public place in a town or a city that has grass and trees and people go to for walking, playing, and relaxing

Ex: The children were happily playing in the park .

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: They celebrated their anniversary at a fancy restaurant overlooking the city .
ruin [noun]

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

Ex: The archaeologists worked to preserve the historical ruins .
shopping [noun]

the act of buying goods from stores

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district [noun]

an area of a city or country with given official borders used for administrative purposes

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square [noun]

an open area in a city or town where two or more streets meet

Ex: Tourists gathered in the square to take photos .
statue [noun]

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

Ex: The artist spent months sculpting the intricate details of the marble statue , bringing his vision to life .
theater [noun]

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

Ex: The theater downtown is putting on a Shakespeare production .
tower [noun]

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

Ex: The tower was built to support a large clock .
atmospheric [adjective]

having a connection to or originating in the Earth's atmosphere

Ex: Scientists study atmospheric chemistry to understand the composition of gases in the Earth 's atmosphere .
wildlife [noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The jungle is teeming with wildlife , from insects to large mammals .
beautiful [adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: She wore a beautiful dress to the party .
boring [adjective]

making us feel tired and unsatisfied because of not being interesting

Ex: The lecture was so boring that several students left early .
harbor [noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: The sailors were relieved to see the harbor after weeks at sea .