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

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pros and cons

[phrase]

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

Ex: As part of the research process, the student outlined the pros and cons of various methodologies, helping to determine the most suitable approach for the study.

sensation

[noun]

a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest

understandable

[Adjective]

capable of being accepted or explained as reasonable given the circumstances

Ex: Given the heavy traffic , their late arrival was understandable.

appealing

[Adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

Ex: His rugged good looks and charismatic personality made him appealing to both men and women alike.

mild

[Adjective]

having a gentle or not very strong effect

Ex: The earthquake was mild, causing no significant damage .

delightful

[Adjective]

very enjoyable or pleasant

Ex: The little girl 's laugh was simply delightful.

elegant

[Adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple yet elegant, with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .

exceptional

[Adjective]

significantly better or greater than what is typical or expected

Ex: His exceptional skills as a pianist earned him numerous awards .

massive

[Adjective]

extremely large or heavy

Ex: The ancient castle was built with massive stone walls , standing strong for centuries .

remarkable

[Adjective]

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

Ex: The remarkable precision of the machine 's engineering amazed engineers .

substantial

[Adjective]

significant in amount or degree

Ex: The scholarship offered substantial financial assistance to students in need .

vast

[Adjective]

extremely great in extent, size, or area

Ex: From the top of the mountain , they could see the vast valley below , dotted with tiny villages .

effective

[Adjective]

achieving the intended or desired result

Ex: Wearing sunscreen every day is an effective way to protect your skin from sun damage .

memorable

[Adjective]

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

Ex: That was the most memorable concert I 've ever attended .

unique

[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: This dish has a unique flavor combination that is surprisingly good .

invaluable

[Adjective]

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

Ex: His invaluable expertise saved the company from a major crisis .

priceless

[Adjective]

having great value or importance

Ex: The memories created during family vacations are priceless treasures .

weird

[Adjective]

strange in a way that is difficult to understand

Ex: The movie had a weird ending that left the audience confused .

delicate

[Adjective]

easily harmed or destroyed

Ex: The delicate artwork was protected behind glass in the museum .

outrageous

[Adjective]

extremely unusual or unconventional in a way that is shocking

Ex: The outrageous claim made by the politician was met with skepticism .

unhelpful

[Adjective]

not providing any assistance in making a situation better or easier

Ex: The unhelpful advice from friends only confused her more about which decision to make .

powerful

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The powerful advocate fought tirelessly for social justice .

shallow

[Adjective]

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The river became shallow during the dry season , exposing rocks and sandbars .

immoral

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Deliberately causing harm to innocent beings is universally condemned as immoral conduct .

inappropriate

[Adjective]

not suitable or acceptable for a certain situation or context

Ex: Making loud noises in a quiet library is considered inappropriate behavior .

domestic

[Adjective]

related to or happening inside a specific country

Ex: Domestic flights are usually cheaper and easier to book.

significant

[Adjective]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

Ex: The company 's decision to expand into international markets was significant for its growth strategy .

relevant

[Adjective]

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

Ex: It 's important to provide relevant examples to support your argument .

unsustainable

[Adjective]

not capable of being maintained or continued over the long term

Ex: Urban sprawl was leading to unsustainable levels of traffic congestion and pollution .

sustainable

[Adjective]

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

Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)

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