Face2Face - Advanced - Unit 2 - 2B

Here, you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2B in the Face2Face Advanced coursebook, such as "indulgent," "tortoise," "extravagant," etc.

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stark [adjective]

completely bare or extreme, without any embellishment or disguise

Ex: In the desert , the contrast between the scorching sun and the icy nights was stark .

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 .

medieval [adjective]

belonging or related to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from roughly the 5th to the 15th century

Ex: Historians often refer to the time between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance as the medieval period .

rustic [adjective]

crafted in a straightforward, unrefined manner using basic materials

Ex: The rustic fence was made of split rails and bound with rope .

snow-capped [adjective]

(of mountains or other elevated features) having a covering of snow on its uppermost part or peak

Ex: The snow-capped roofs sparkled under the sun , creating a winter wonderland .

marble [noun]

a type of hard smooth rock that is mostly white in color and has colored lines, which is used as building material or in making statues

Ex: The elegant ballroom featured marble columns and intricate marble flooring , creating a sense of opulence and luxury .

tortoise [noun]

a type of turtle that lives on land and moves very slowly, with a large shell on its back

Ex: The tortoise ’s hard shell protected it from predators in the wild .

cottage [noun]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

Ex: Her grandparents live in a quaint cottage surrounded by gardens .

peak [noun]

a mountain with a sharply pointed top

Ex: The snow-covered peak stood majestically against the clear blue sky .

curry [noun]

a variety of dishes originating from South Asia, typically made with meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a hot sauce and then served with rice

Ex: He enjoys experimenting with different curry recipes , adding his own twist with unique spice blends and ingredients .

to act as [verb]

to perform the role or function of something

Ex: The situation acted as a reminder of the challenges they still faced .

vital [adjective]

absolutely necessary and of great importance

Ex: Oxygen is vital for sustaining life .

means [noun]

a way, system, object, etc. through which one can achieve a goal or accomplish a task

Ex: Public transportation provides a means for many people to commute to work .

communication [noun]

the process or activity of exchanging information or expressing feelings, thoughts, or ideas by speaking, writing, etc.

Ex: Learning a new language can enhance your communication with people from different cultures .

to glide [verb]

to move smoothly and effortlessly through the air or on a surface with little or no propulsion

Ex: The figure skater glided gracefully across the frozen lake .

silently [adverb]

without verbal communication

Ex: He silently agreed with the plan without saying a word .

canoe [noun]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: Canoes are commonly used for recreational activities such as fishing , camping , and exploring remote waterways .

indulgent [adjective]

allowing others to enjoy pleasures or desires without strict judgment or criticism

Ex: His indulgent behavior toward his friends meant that he rarely set boundaries .

to catch [verb]

to capture or grab something or someone using methods like hunting, chasing, or trapping

Ex: The spider used its web to catch insects for food .

locally [adverb]

in a way that relates to a specific location or nearby area

Ex: The restaurant prioritizes using locally sourced ingredients in its dishes .

picture-book [adjective]

exceptionally charming or picturesque, like scenes from a picture book

Ex: The couple ’s love story was like a picture-book romance , full of adventure and joy .

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Unit 2 - 2B	Unit 2 - 2C	Unit 3 - 3A	Unit 3 - 3B
Unit 3 - 3C	Unit 4 - 4A	Unit 4 - 4B	Unit 4 - 4C
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