Lesson 2B · New English File Upper Intermediate Vocabulary List

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

"Describe the suspect to the police."

"Can you describe the suspect to the police officer including details about his height and clothing?"

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

"These clothes are clean."

"She bought new clothes before the trip because her old ones were worn out."

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

"She wore a red dress."

"She wore a beautiful red dress to the wedding reception and received many compliments from the other guests about how nice she looked that evening."

pants made of denim, that is a type of strong cotton cloth, and is used for a casual style

"These jeans are too tight."

"She wears jeans almost every day because they are comfortable."

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

"The sandal is open."

"She wore comfortable leather sandals on the hot day because sneakers would make her feet sweat too much."

a piece of clothing worn on the top part of our body that is made of cotton or wool, has long sleeves and a closed front

"The sweater is warm."

"She knitted a sweater for her brother during the winter."

(of an item of clothing) having sleeves that are long enough to reach one's wrist

"I need a long-sleeved shirt."

"I need a long sleeved shirt to protect my arms from the sun while hiking today."

a sweater that has a lifted collar folding over itself and covering the neck

"He wears a black polo-neck sweater."

"He wears a black polo neck sweater under his jacket for a smart casual look."

(of a piece of clothing) having a neckline in the shape of the letter V

"V-neck sweater comfortable."

"She likes to wear V-neck sweater because it looks elegant and comfortable at the same time."

(of clothes) without any sleeves

"This is a sleeveless top."

"She wore a sleeveless dress to the wedding because the weather was very hot."

having a pattern of small squares with usually two different colors

"He has a checked shirt."

"He has a checked shirt with a pattern of small squares in blue and white that looks nice with jeans."

having a repeated design or decorative arrangement of colors

"The wallpaper is patterned."

"She chose a beautifully patterned scarf with intricate floral motifs to complement her plain outfit."

a sleeveless piece of clothing that is worn under a jacket and over a shirt

"The vest is light."

"The fisherman wore a bright orange safety vest so other boats could easily see him on the water in low light conditions."

an item of clothing for the top half of one's body, traditionally worn by men, that is tight fitting, sleeveless, collarless, with buttons in the front, and worn usually under a jacket and over a shirt

"The waiter wears a black waistcoat over his white shirt."

"The groom wore a gray waistcoat over his white shirt with matching trousers and jacket."

a delicate cotton or silky cloth made by weaving or knitting threads in an open web-like pattern

"The wedding dress had beautiful lace."

"The bride wore a beautiful dress made of white silk and delicate French lace."

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

"She wore a white linen shirt."

"Linen is a strong fabric made from flax fibers and is perfect for summer clothing and bedding."

a type of fabric that is stretchy and used to make tight fitting clothes such as athletic wear

"The cyclist wears a lycra racing suit."

"The cyclist wears a lycra racing suit and it fits very tightly so there is no wind resistance."

a piece of clothing worn for swimming, especially by women and girls

"She wore a swimsuit at the beach."

"My swimsuit dried quickly after swimming in the sea."

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

"Silk feels smooth."

"She bought silk for the dress because it draped beautifully."

a piece of cloth, often worn around the neck or head, which can be shaped in a square, rectangular, or triangular form

"She wore a warm wool scarf."

"She wrapped the wool scarf around her neck and tucked the ends into her coat for warmth."

a cloth with a smooth and thick surface, typically made of cotton or silk

"The velvet felt soft."

"The theater curtains were made of deep red velvet that absorbed sound and looked luxurious."

a narrow piece of cloth tied in a bowknot around the collar of a shirt

"He wears bow tie."

"He wears an elegant bow tie with his suit for formal events and parties."

made of or related to wool

"The scarf is woolen."

"The woolen scarf kept her neck warm during the freezing cold winter months."

a type of jacket that is made of wool, usually has a knitted design, and its front could be closed with buttons or a zipper

"The cardigan is warm."

"He wore a warm cardigan over his shirt because the office air conditioning was too cold for his comfort."

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

"This leather bag is nice."

"He invested in a high-quality leather jacket that would last for years."

soft leather with a velvety surface, used for making shoes, jackets, etc.

"Soft suede shoes."

"She bought soft suede shoes that are very comfortable for walking long distances every day."

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

"He cleaned his boots."

"He put on his heavy work boots before going outside to shovel the snow because his regular shoes would have gotten wet and cold very quickly."

(of clothing) comfortable and suitable for everyday use or informal events and occasions

"The dress code is casual."

"The casual dress code at the office means you can wear jeans and a t shirt to work."

to take off what one is wearing and put on something else

"I need to get changed for the party."

"I need to get changed before the party because my clothes are still wet from the rain."

to remove one's clothes from one's body

"The doctor asked him to get undressed."

"The doctor asked the patient to get undressed and put on a hospital gown for the examination."

to put on one's clothes

"I need to get dressed quickly."

"I need to get dressed quickly because we are already late for the meeting at work."

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

"These are trainers."

"She slipped on her favorite trainers for a brisk morning jog, appreciating their lightweight design and supportive cushioning."

the way in which something conforms, suits, or occupies a space

"The box's fit was snug."

"The fit of the jacket was perfect across his shoulders and he did not need any alterations."

(of clothes) not tight or fitting closely, often allowing freedom of movement

"The shirt is loose."

"She preferred wearing loose-fitting pajamas that allowed her to move freely while sleeping comfortably."

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

"My shoes are tight."

"My shoes are tight and pinch my toes so I need to buy a larger size."

a particular appearance that is determined by certain principles

"This is her style."

"Her unique personal style was evident in every aspect of her meticulously decorated apartment."

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

"This is new fashion."

"The latest fashion trends often emerge from runway shows and quickly influence what people wear globally."

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

"Wear your jacket."

"She grabbed her light jacket before heading out into the cool evening air."

an item of clothing that is worn to cover the upper part of the body

"She wore a blue top."

"He wore a plain white top with dark jeans to the casually elegant restaurant because the invitation had specifically said no formal attire was required."

a part of a sweatshirt or coat that covers the head but leaves the face open

"The hood is up."

"He pulled the hood over his head when it started to rain."

having a below-average distance between two points

"Her hair is short."

"The short story was so interesting that I read it twice and recommended it to everyone."

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

"The wallpaper has a pattern."

"She noticed a pattern in the numbers and solved the problem faster."

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

"This shirt is cotton."

"The breathable cotton fabric makes this summer dress exceptionally comfortable and light."

strong cotton cloth that is usually blue in color, particularly used in making jeans

"He likes denim jeans."

"Denim jeans were originally designed as durable workwear for miners and cowboys but became fashionable casual clothing in the second half of the twentieth century."

an item of clothing made of the skin of a dead animal, typically mammals like foxes or rabbits

"She wore a warm fur coat."

"The opulent fur was a symbol of wealth and status during that historical period."

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

"The shirt collar is white."

"He adjusted the stiff collar of his dress shirt to make sure it lay flat and looked neat."

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

"He wore a black suit."

"He wore his best suit to the job interview because he wanted to make a good impression on the hiring manager and show that he was professional and serious."

thick thread made from the fibers of sheep or other animals, commonly used for knitting

"This sweater is wool."

"She knitted a warm scarf using premium merino wool for the cold winter months."

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

"A classic car."

"The designer's approach was classic, emphasizing timeless elegance and understated sophistication."

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

"Her dress is old-fashioned."

"Her old fashioned dress looked like something from the nineteen fifties with a full skirt and lace collar."

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

"The dog looks scruffy."

"He arrived at the party in a scruffy t-shirt, looking rather disheveled and unkempt."

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

"He looks smart."

"The young professional always looked incredibly smart in his tailored suits and polished shoes, exuding confidence."

to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

"Dress up for party."

"The children love to dress up in their parents' clothes and pretend to be grown ups."

to place a thing, typically an item of clothing, on a hanger, hook, etc.

"Hang up your coat."

"After returning home, she would always hang up her jacket neatly on the hook by the door."

to be of the right size or shape for someone

"These shoes fit me well."

"These shoes do not fit my feet because they are too small and tight for me to wear."

to have the same pattern, color, etc. with something else that makes a good combination

"Her shoes match her bag color."

"You should choose a tie that matches your shirt color to create a coordinated and professional outfit."

to complement and suit each other when combined or placed together, particularly regarding appearance or taste

"These colors go with."

"The navy blue tie and the charcoal suit really go with each other perfectly."