Unit 1 Family

Word

Definition

Example

relevant

Closely connected to the matter at hand

The information in this report is not relevant to our discussion

order

A command or arrangement for something to be done

Please place an order for three pizzas

cause

The reason or motive behind an action or event

The stormy weather was the cause of the power outage

mention

To briefly refer to or bring up in conversation

Did you mention my name during the meeting?

tutor

A person who provides instruction or guidance

I hired a tutor to help me with my math homework

argument

A disagreement or reason given for/against something

Their argument over the movie's plot became heated

avoid

To stay away from or prevent something from happening

I try to avoid eating sugary snacks for better health

nuclear family

A family unit consisting of parents and their children living together

A nuclear family typically consists of parents and their children

extended family

A family unit including parents, children, and other relatives like grandparents and cousins

Our extended family gathers for a reunion every year

relationship

The way two or more people or things are connected

Building a strong relationship takes time and effort

arranged

Something planned or organized in advance

The flowers on the table were beautifully arranged

property

Something owned by a person, often land or possessions

The house is their property; they own it outright

keep wealth

To maintain one's financial assets and resources

Wise investors know how to keep their wealth growing

possession

Something owned or controlled by someone

My most cherished possession is a family heirloom

take charge of

Assume responsibility or control over a situation

She will take charge of the project's finances

provide

To supply or make something available for use

The company will provide training for new employees

advantage

A favorable circumstance or condition

Being bilingual can be an advantage in the job market

disadvantage

An unfavorable circumstance or condition

One disadvantage of the new software is its complexity

look after

To take care of or watch over someone/something

She promised to look after our pets while we're away

benefit

Something that promotes well-being or provides an advantage

Regular exercise can benefit both physical and mental health

deal with

To handle or address a situation or problem

Let's address this issue and figure out how to deal with it

depend on

To rely on or be influenced by something or someone

Our plans depend on the weather forecast

skimming

Quickly reading or glancing over text for a general idea

The manager was accused of skimming money from the till

scanning

A detailed examination of text or an image to locate specific information

Scanning the barcode will reveal the product's details

in contrast

Highlighting differences between two or more things

In contrast to yesterday's rain, today is sunny and warm

be forced to

Have no choice but to do something, often against one's will

Due to the storm, we were forced to stay indoors

spring up

To suddenly appear or develop, often rapidly

New businesses often spring up in this thriving neighborhood

duty

A moral or legal obligation to do something

It's your duty to complete your assignments on time

responsibility

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or someone

The teacher praised her sense of responsibility in the classroom

complicated

Involving many details, factors, or intricacies

The instructions seemed complicated at first, but I eventually understood

in the slums

Referring to impoverished, overcrowded urban areas

Many people struggle with poverty in the slums of the city

get on with

To have a harmonious relationship or interact positively with someone

He gets on with his coworkers, making the office a pleasant place

supportive

Providing help, encouragement, or assistance

Her family has been incredibly supportive during her illness

strict rules

Firm and inflexible guidelines or regulations

The school has strict rules about uniform attire

reach school age

To reach the age at which one is eligible to attend school

Children typically reach school age around five years old

misbehave

To behave badly or inappropriately

It's important to teach children not to misbehave in public

complain

To express dissatisfaction or grievances

If you have any issues, feel free to complain to the manager

household

A group of people living together in a single residence

We need to buy some household items, like detergent and towels

apartment block

A large building divided into multiple apartments or flats

I live in the top floor apartment of that modern block

emergency

A sudden and serious situation requiring immediate action

In case of an emergency, please dial 911 immediately

grow up

To mature and develop from childhood to adulthood

I want to grow up to be a firefighter one day

family ties

The connections and relationships among family members

Strong family ties often lead to a sense of belonging

widowed

The status of being a spouse who has lost their partner through death

She became widowed after her husband's passing

ultimately

In the end or at the final stage

Ultimately, the decision lies with the board of directors

likely to

Probable or inclined to happen

If you study hard, you are likely to succeed

society

A group of people living together in a community, often with shared values and norms

Society is becoming more aware of environmental issues

increasingly

To a growing extent or degree

Technology is becoming increasingly important in our lives

cruel

Causing pain or suffering intentionally

It's cruel to mistreat animals

serving

Providing a specific function or role

The chef prepared a delicious serving of lasagna

however

Nevertheless; on the other hand; in spite of that

I wanted to attend; however, I had other commitments

dramatically

In a sudden or striking manner

The company's profits increased dramatically last year

be allowed to

Have permission or the freedom to do something

Students are allowed to use the library during breaks

protective

Concerned with or designed to protect someone or something

The mother bear is fiercely protective of her cubs

to face

To confront or deal with a situation or challenge

We must face the challenges that lie ahead

involve

To include or incorporate as part of something

The project will involve several team members

excessively

To an excessive or unreasonable degree

Eating excessively can lead to health problems

maid

A female domestic servant

The maid cleans the house every day

apprentice

A person who is learning a trade or skill under a skilled worker

He started as an apprentice and worked his way up

accurate

Correct, precise, or free from errors

The scientist's measurements were accurate

tough life

A difficult or challenging existence

Growing up in poverty can result in a tough life

constant

Something that remains unchanged or consistent

The sound of the ocean was a constant background noise

navy

A branch of the military responsible for naval operations

He joined the navy and traveled the world

precious

Something of great value or importance

Family heirlooms are precious to us

therefore

As a result or for that reason

She studied hard; therefore, she aced the exam

huge amount

A very large quantity or number

There's a huge amount of information to process

attention

Focused mental awareness or consideration

Pay attention in class to learn effectively

furthermore

In addition; moreover

The report is detailed, and furthermore, it includes recommendations

various

Diverse or different types of something

The store offers various types of shoes

claim

To assert or demand as a right

He may claim the prize if he meets the requirements

share childcare equally

To divide childcare responsibilities evenly between partners

In modern families, it's important to share childcare equally

undoubted benefits

Benefits that are unquestionably positive

Exercise has undoubted benefits for overall health

summarize

To provide a brief overview or condense information

Can you summarize the main points of the presentation?

restate

To express something again or differently, usually for clarification

I'll restate the main idea to make it clear