Unit 16 - Part 2 · Interchange Pre Intermediate Vocabulary List

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

"You must decide your future path."

"After weeks of research she finally decided which university to attend for her graduate studies."

in a way that is extremely well or impressive

"Amazingly he survived the fall."

"Amazingly he survived the fall from the third floor with only a few bruises and a broken arm."

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

"Take out the garbage now."

"Please take the garbage out before it starts to smell in the kitchen."

the great mass of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

"The ocean covers most of the Earth's surface."

"The abyssal plain lies deep beneath the ocean floor, far from any sunlight."

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

"Unfortunately I cannot come to the party."

"Unfortunately I cannot come to the party because I have to work late tonight at the office."

a brand new machine, tool, or process that is made after study and experiment

"The printing press was a revolutionary invention."

"The printing press was a revolutionary invention and made books much cheaper and more widely available."

the winner of a competition

"She is the champion."

"The young athlete emerged as the undisputed champion after an incredible performance in the final race."

used to refer to a number of things or people, more than two but not many

"Several people called today."

"Several people have already volunteered to help with the clean up after the storm."

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

"Swimming is a healthy sport."

"Playing a team sport taught him valuable lessons about cooperation and leadership skills."

to move the body to music in a special way

"They love to dance together."

"The couple danced gracefully across the ballroom floor as the orchestra played a slow romantic waltz."

a bank account that pays interest on one's deposited money and is intended to help one save over time

"The savings account earns interest monthly."

"The savings account paid higher interest if the balance stayed above the minimum requirement."

a small and round piece of plastic that people put directly on their eyes in order to improve their ability to see

"She put in her contact lens."

"She put in her contact lens and blinked several times until it settled comfortably on her eye."

an ability that a person naturally has in doing something well

"Singing is her greatest talent."

"Her musical talent was obvious from a young age but without dedicated practice and proper training natural ability alone is rarely sufficient for success."

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

"Children learn new things daily."

"Students learn more effectively when they are actively engaged in the lesson rather than passively listening to a lecture."

to want something to happen or be true

"We hope for good weather tomorrow."

"I hope that the weather will be sunny and warm this weekend so we can finally have our long delayed picnic in the park."

a choice or judgment that is made after adequate consideration or thought

"It was a hard decision."

"After much deliberation, the committee reached a final decision on the matter."

our purpose or desired result

"My goal is to win."

"Their primary goal was to secure funding for the innovative research project they had developed."

very large in size

"The whale was huge."

"The huge truck could not fit inside the small garage so the driver had to park it on the street."

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

"Exercise provides great benefit for mental health"

"Regular exercise provides the benefit of improved cardiovascular health and stronger bones."

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

"This is plastic."

"The reusable water bottle was made of durable plastic, designed to withstand daily use and reduce single-use waste."

to no longer be able to be seen

"The sun disappears at night completely."

"The magician made the rabbit disappear from the hat with a clever trick."

only relating or belonging to one person

"This is my personal opinion."

"This is my personal diary so please do not read it without asking me first."

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

"She has extraordinary talent."

"The extraordinary courage of the firefighters saved many lives and the mayor awarded them medals for their bravery."

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

"The color is natural."

"The natural light in the room made it feel warm and inviting without the need for any lamps or overhead lighting fixtures."

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

"People donate money to charity organizations."

"The wealthy businessman decided to donate a large sum of money to the local children's hospital."

the name given to a movie, book, etc.

"What is the title?"

"The book's title, 'Whispers of the Forgotten,' perfectly captured its mysterious and intriguing atmosphere."

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

"We must protect the environment."

"The environment is cleaner when people reduce waste and pollution."

not requiring payment

"This is free."

"The museum offers free admission on the first Sunday of every month, making it accessible to everyone."

(of something sharp) to make a hole or break in or through something

"The needle pierced his skin."

"The sharp needle will easily pierce the thin fabric without causing any damage."

connected to or via the Internet

"I am online now."

"Most of our company's business is conducted through online platforms and digital communication."

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

"I'm taking a photography course now."

"This intensive course offers a comprehensive overview of modern economic theory."

to decide on and make arrangements or preparations for something ahead of time

"We plan a trip soon."

"We plan to visit our grandparents next weekend if the weather is nice and sunny."

the time that will come after the present or the events that will happen then

"The future is uncertain."

"He is saving money for the future because he wants to buy a house and start his own business someday."

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

"Make a resolution."

"After much deliberation, she made a firm resolution to change her career path next year."

a day fixed by law when we do not have to go to school or work, usually because of a religious or national celebration

"It is a holiday today."

"Many people look forward to the upcoming national holiday as a chance to relax and spend time with family."

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

"Do the dishes now."

"What do you want to do this weekend because I am free on both Saturday and Sunday."

to reach for something and hold it

"Please take this book."

"He reached out to take the offered hand and gratefully accepted the assistance."

to wish to do or have something

"I want a new bicycle."

"The baby wants his bottle right now because he is very hungry and tired."

to perform music on a musical instrument

"He can play piano."

"She learned to play the violin with remarkable skill during her youth."

a college or university building in which students reside

"The dormitory is crowded."

"Students live in the dormitory during the semester."