Unit 1 We are all friends now

Word

Definition

Example

artistic

Having a natural ability or skill related to the arts

Opinion about the artistic merit of his paintings has been mixed

ambitious

Having a strong desire and determination to succeed

He is ambitious and wants to become the youngest CEO in the company's history

supportive

Providing encouragement or emotional help to others

His supportive friends were there for him during the difficult times

sporty

Fond of sports or outdoor activities

She is very sporty and enjoys playing various outdoor games

adventurous

Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences

They went on an adventurous trip to the Amazon rainforest

creative

Having the ability to produce original and imaginative work

The creative director came up with a unique marketing campaign

talkative

Fond of or given to talking

The talkative child never seemed to run out of stories to share

considerate

Showing concern for the needs or feelings of others

He is always considerate of other people's feelings

reliable

Able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed

She is a reliable employee, always completing her tasks on time

conscientious

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly

The conscientious student always submits his assignments ahead of time

patient

Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

The patient teacher explained the math problem multiple times until everyone understood

helpful

Giving or ready to give help

She offered helpful advice to her friend in need

talented

Having a natural aptitude or skill in a particular area

He is a talented musician, able to play multiple instruments flawlessly

humorous

Having or showing a sense of humor

His humorous jokes always made everyone laugh at the party

caring

Displaying kindness and concern for others

The caring nurse comforted the patient with a warm smile

careful

Giving attention to detail and avoiding mistakes

He was careful not to spill any of the hot soup on the table

generous

Showing a readiness to give more of something, such as money or time, than is strictly necessary or expected

She donated a generous amount of money to the local charity

confident

Feeling or showing confidence in oneself

She delivered her presentation confidently in front of the large audience

social

Enjoying the company of others; friendly

He is very social and enjoys meeting new people at parties

sociable

Inclined to associate with or be in the company of others

She is extremely sociable and loves attending social gatherings

knowing

Having or showing awareness, intelligence, or understanding

He had a knowing smile when he saw his friend's surprise party preparations

knowledgeable

Having a great deal of knowledge on various topics

The knowledgeable professor explained the complex theories in simple terms

punctual

Happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time

She is always punctual and arrives at the office before the scheduled time

quality

The standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something

The restaurant is known for its quality food and excellent service

performing arts

Forms of creative activity that are performed in front of an audience, such as drama, music, and dance

The school organized a performing arts night showcasing dance and theater performances

joining fee

A payment required to become a member of a club or organization

To access the exclusive club, members have to pay a joining fee

look after

To take care of or be responsible for someone or something

She promised to look after her friend's dog while they were away on vacation

independent

Free from outside control; not depending on another's authority

There are plans to split the corporation into a number of smaller independent companies

certain

Known for sure; established beyond doubt

He was certain that he would excel in the upcoming examination

can't stand

To have a strong dislike or hatred for something

She can't stand the noise from the construction site next door

Would you like…?

An expression used to inquire if someone desires something

Would you like some tea or coffee with your breakfast?

Wouldn't you prefer…?

An expression used to suggest an alternative preference

Wouldn't you prefer to take the train instead of driving in this traffic?

enormous

Very large in size, quantity, or extent

The elephant was an enormous creature, towering over everything in its path

similar to

Resembling without being identical or the same

Her style is quite similar to that of her favorite author

wise

Showing good sense or judgment

His wise advice helped me make an important decision

commercial venue

A place or location used for business or commercial activities

The new shopping mall serves as a popular commercial venue for various brands

various

Of many different kinds or types; diverse

The store offers various options for customers with different preferences

affect

Have an effect on; make a difference to

The sudden rain will affect the outdoor event's attendance

frequency

The rate at which something occurs over a particular period of time

The radio program airs with high frequency, providing continuous entertainment to its listeners

neighbourhood

A district, especially one forming a community within a town or city

The friendly neighbourhood is known for its community events and gatherings

impact on

The influence or effect of something on someone or something

The new policy will have a significant impact on the company's future growth

hang out

To spend time relaxing or enjoying oneself in a particular place

They like to hang out at the local cafe after work

stay in touch

To maintain contact with someone

Even though they live in different cities, they make an effort to stay in touch regularly

attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something

Her positive attitude was contagious, inspiring everyone around her

survey

A detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover new information or reach a new understanding

The company conducted a survey to gather customer feedback

in person

In someone's presence; face-to-face

It's better to discuss this matter in person rather than over the phone

on a regular basis

Repeatedly or consistently at set intervals

She goes to the gym on a regular basis to maintain her fitness

likely

Probably; expected to happen

It is likely that he will get the promotion due to his hard work

necessarily

As a necessary result; inevitably

High prices do not necessarily indicate high quality

roughly

Approximately; not exactly

There were roughly 200 people there.

facilitate

To make an action or process easier

The new software will facilitate the data management process

increasingly

More and more; to an increasing extent

Increasingly, people are turning to online shopping for their everyday needs

avenue

A way of approaching a problem or making progress toward something

Online shopping has opened up a new avenue for consumers to access products easily

access

The means or opportunity to approach or enter a place

The key provides access to the main entrance of the building

significantly

In a way that is sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention

The new marketing strategy significantly increased sales in the first quarter

multiple times

Repeatedly or on several occasions

She visited the museum multiple times during her stay in the city

overall picture

The complete or entire view of something

The report provides an overall picture of the company's financial health

reveal

Make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others

The investigation revealed some crucial evidence in the case

majority of

The greater number or part of something

The majority of the students preferred the new cafeteria menu

exchange

An act of giving one thing and receiving another in return

The cultural exchange program allows students to experience life in a different country

participate

To take part in an activity or event

She actively participates in various community service activities

overwhelming

Very great in amount; overpowering

The amount of work she had to do was overwhelming, but she managed to complete it on time

hit a low

Reach the lowest point or level

After the scandal, the company's stock hit a low point in the market

fall

Move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control

The temperature is expected to fall over the next few days

level off

Reach a stable level after a rise or fall

After the initial surge, the demand for the product is expected to level off

remain flat

To stay at the same level, without rising or falling

Despite the economic turmoil, the prices of basic goods remained flat

plummet

Fall or drop straight down at high speed

The stock prices plummeted following the negative financial report

rise gradually

Increase slowly and steadily

The sun rises gradually, casting a warm glow over the horizon

soar

Fly or rise high in the air

The eagle soared through the sky, its wings spread wide

dip

A brief or sudden decrease

The dip in sales was a cause for concern for the marketing team

fluctuate

Rise and fall irregularly in number or amount

The prices of the stock market fluctuate constantly throughout the day

hit a peak

Reach the highest point or level

The demand for the product hit a peak during the holiday season

noticeable

Easily seen or noticed; clear or apparent

There was a noticeable improvement in her performance after the training

confirm

Establish the truth or correctness of something

The manager will confirm the meeting time via email

networking sites

Online platforms that allow people to connect and interact with others professionally or socially

Social networking sites have become an integral part of people's daily lives

generally speaking

As a general rule; for the most part

Generally speaking, it's important to get enough sleep for good health

by contrast

In comparison with

The birth rate for older women has declined, but, by contrast, births to teenage mothers have increased

according to

As stated or reported by someone or something

According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow

as regards

With regard to; concerning

As regards the budget, we need to ensure all expenses are accounted for

similarly

In a similar way; also

Similarly, the company's sales in Europe have been on the rise

erratic

Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable

The erratic behavior of the stock market is causing concern among investors

decline steadily

Gradually decrease or reduce in strength, importance, or quality

The number of participants in the program started to decline steadily over the years

plunge

Jump or dive quickly and energetically

The stock prices took a sudden plunge, leaving investors worried about their investments