Total English - Upper-intermediate - Unit 7 - Reference - Part 2

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - Reference - Part 2 in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "treat", "spoil", "gourmet", etc.

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Total English - Upper-intermediate

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: I always start my day with a nutritious vegetable omelette packed with spinach , tomatoes , and mushrooms .

someone who avoids eating meat

Ex: He has been a vegetarian for years and enjoys experimenting with plant-based recipes at home .
to bid [verb]

to offer a particular price for something, usually at an auction

Ex: At the charity auction , they bid for a chance to have dinner with the famous author .

to negotiate, typically over the price of goods or services

Ex: In some cultures , it 's expected that customers will haggle over prices when shopping for certain items .

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

Ex:
discount [noun]

the act of reducing the usual price of something

Ex: During the holiday sale , many items were available at a significant discount , attracting a large crowd of shoppers .
refund [noun]

an amount of money that is paid back because of returning goods to a store or one is not satisfied with the goods or services

Ex: After returning the damaged item , he got a refund to his credit card .
receipt [noun]

a written or printed document that shows the payment for a set of goods or services has been made

Ex: She checked the receipt to make sure she was charged correctly .

to be able to pay the cost of something

Ex: Individuals are affording education through various financial planning strategies .
worth [adjective]

important or good enough to be treated or viewed in a particular way

Ex: The investment in renewable energy sources is worth pursuing for its long-term environmental benefits .
to spoil [verb]

to treat someone with excessive indulgence or favoritism

Ex: If you spoil the dog too much , it will never learn proper behavior .

to allow oneself to do or have something that one enjoys, particularly something that might be bad for one

Ex: They like to indulge in a luxurious spa day every once in a while to relax and unwind .

to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

Ex: He enjoys pampering his girlfriend with romantic dinners and thoughtful gifts .
to treat [verb]

to deal with or behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Ex: She treated him with suspicion after the misunderstanding .

a short period of time during which someone spends a significant amount of money, often on a variety of items or experiences

Ex: A sudden spending spree can lead to financial trouble .
luxury [noun]

the characteristic of being exceptionally expensive, offering superior quality and exclusivity

Ex: The handbag 's luxury was reflected in its intricate design and high price tag .

the fact that something must happen or is needed

Ex: For successful project completion , meeting deadlines is a necessity to keep the workflow on track .
lavish [adjective]

generous in giving or expressing

Ex: She gave him a lavish gift to celebrate his promotion .
gourmet [adjective]

(of food or drink) high quality, rare, or exotic, with an emphasis on flavor, presentation, and culinary expertise, often associated with sophisticated or refined taste

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extravagant [adjective]

costing a lot of money, more than the necessary or affordable amount

Ex: The hotel 's extravagant suites offered breathtaking views and personalized butler service .
excessive [adjective]

beyond what is considered normal or socially acceptable

Ex: The car ’s excessive speed led to a hefty speeding ticket .

(of a size) larger than large, often used for clothing, packaging, or other items

Ex: She prefers extra large sweaters for a loose and comfortable fit .
overpriced [adjective]

expensive in way that is not reasonable

Ex: The hotel stay felt overpriced given its poor facilities .
far-fetched [adjective]

not probable and difficult to believe

Ex: They dismissed the far-fetched claims as mere speculation without evidence .

to wake up later than one intended to

Ex: After a late night , it is easy to accidentally oversleep the next day .

to cook food for less time than necessary

Ex: They warned him not to undercook the fish for safety reasons .
monotonous [adjective]

boring because of being the same thing all the time

Ex: The monotonous landscape of the desert seemed to stretch on forever without any notable features .
spoiled [adjective]

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

Ex: The spoiled teenager expected her parents to buy her the latest phone without even asking for it .