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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Evaluations & Qualities

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
pros and cons

the positive and negative elements, arguments, outcomes, etc. of something

Ex: Before making a decision on whether to accept the job offer, she carefully weighed the pros and cons, considering factors such as salary, work-life balance, and career growth. 
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sensation
sensation
[noun]

a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest

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understandable
understandable
[Adjective]

capable of being accepted or explained as reasonable given the circumstances

Ex: His absence from work was understandable due to his illness. 
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appealing
appealing
[Adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

Ex: Despite her simple attire, there was something undeniably appealing about her natural beauty. 
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mild
mild
[Adjective]

having a gentle or not very strong effect

Ex: Her mild response to criticism shows her maturity. 
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delightful
delightful
[Adjective]

very enjoyable or pleasant

Ex: I found the book to be a delightful read. 
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elegant
elegant
[Adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: She wore an elegant gown to the gala, turning heads with her timeless beauty. 
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exceptional
exceptional
[Adjective]

significantly better or greater than what is typical or expected

Ex: The pianist's performance was exceptional, leaving the audience in awe. 
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massive
massive
[Adjective]

extremely large or heavy

Ex: The museum displayed a massive dinosaur skeleton. 
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remarkable
remarkable
[Adjective]

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

Ex: Her remarkable talent for painting captured the attention of art enthusiasts worldwide. 
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substantial
substantial
[Adjective]

significant in amount or degree

Ex: The company made a substantial investment in upgrading its infrastructure. 
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vast
vast
[Adjective]

extremely great in extent, size, or area

Ex: The explorers marveled at the vast desert stretching endlessly before them. 
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effective
effective
[Adjective]

achieving the intended or desired result

Ex: The effective marketing campaign boosted sales significantly. 
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memorable
memorable
[Adjective]

easy to remember or worth remembering, particularly because of being different or special

Ex: The speech he gave at the graduation was so inspiring that it became the most memorable part of the ceremony. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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invaluable
invaluable
[Adjective]

holding such great value or importance that it cannot be measured or replaced

Ex: Her advice was invaluable in helping me make the right decision. 
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priceless
priceless
[Adjective]

having great value or importance

Ex: The handwritten letter from her late grandmother was a priceless keepsake. 
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weird
weird
[Adjective]

strange in a way that is difficult to understand

Ex: He's a good friend, but he has some weird tastes in music. 
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delicate
delicate
[Adjective]

easily harmed or destroyed

Ex: The delicate flowers wilted in the hot sun. 
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outrageous
outrageous
[Adjective]

extremely unusual or unconventional in a way that is shocking

Ex: The outrageous behavior of the celebrity sparked controversy among the public. 
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unhelpful
unhelpful
[Adjective]

not providing any assistance in making a situation better or easier

Ex: His unhelpful comments only made the situation worse, adding unnecessary tension. 
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powerful
powerful
[Adjective]

exercising authority, influence, or control in a way that significantly affects outcomes or decisions

Ex: The powerful leader's decisions shaped the future of the nation. 
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shallow
shallow
[Adjective]

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: Be careful when diving into the shallow end of the pool to avoid hitting your head. 
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immoral
immoral
[Adjective]

acting in a way that goes against accepted moral standards or principles

Ex: Stealing from others is considered immoral in every society. 
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inappropriate
inappropriate
[Adjective]

not suitable or acceptable for a certain situation or context

Ex: Making jokes about a serious topic like illness is inappropriate and can hurt others' feelings. 
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domestic
domestic
[Adjective]

happening, operating, or occurring within the boundaries of a country

Ex: Domestic issues like healthcare and education are often the focus of national debates. 
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significant
significant
[Adjective]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

Ex: The discovery of the ancient artifact was significant for understanding the region's history. 
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relevant
relevant
[Adjective]

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

Ex: Her research findings were relevant to the current discussion on climate change. 
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unsustainable
unsustainable
[Adjective]

not capable of being maintained or continued over the long term

Ex: Deforestation for agriculture was causing an unsustainable loss of biodiversity in the region. 
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sustainable
sustainable
[Adjective]

using natural resources in a way that causes no harm to the environment

Ex: The farm practices sustainable agriculture. 
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