Unit 4 - Part 1 · Interchange Upper Intermediate Vocabulary List

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."

the unit used to measure the amount of energy that a food produces

"That meal has many calories."

"She counted calories to stay within her diet plan."

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

"The effect was surprising."

"The new rule had a strong effect on students."

a situation in which two things happen simultaneously by chance that is considered unusual

"It is a coincidence that we wear the same shirt."

"It was a strange coincidence that both sisters wore the same dress to the party without planning it."

a situation that is difficult because a choice must be made between two or more options that are equally important

"She faced a serious career dilemma recently"

"She faced a dilemma accept the job in another city or stay with her aging parents."

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

"Call 911 in an emergency."

"In case of an emergency please call the ambulance immediately and stay calm while waiting for help."

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

"The triumph was celebrated"

"The triumph was celebrated across the city after the national team won the final match"

happening or appearing without warning, causing surprise

"The gift was unexpected."

"The sudden arrival of a long-lost relative made for a truly unexpected reunion."

the way things are or have been at a certain time or place

"The situation is difficult."

"We need to understand the situation before making a decision."

hard to understand or explain

"The clue is puzzling."

"Her sudden decision to quit her job was puzzling because everyone thought she was happy and successful in her position at work."

an act or opinion that is wrong

"The mistake was small."

"She realized her mistake immediately after sending the email and quickly wrote an apology to correct the error."

taking place unexpectedly or done quickly

"There was a sudden change."

"The sudden change in weather caught everyone by surprise and they ran for shelter."

(of two or more things) having qualities in common that are not exactly the same

"The two shirts are similar."

"The two dresses were similar in color and style but one was much more expensive because it was made by a famous designer."

doubtful about the honesty of what someone has done and having no trust in them

"The man looks suspicious."

"The suspicious neighbor peeked through her curtains every time someone walked past her house on the street."

reports on recent events that are broadcast or published

"I read the news."

"The daily news reported on the significant international developments and their potential impact."

the general condition of a person's mind or body

"Good health is important."

"Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise are crucial for overall physical and mental health."

the heaviness of something or someone, which can be measured

"He lifted a heavy weight at the gym."

"Gross vehicle weight is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle as specified by the manufacturer"

the act or process of no longer having someone or something

"The loss was sad."

"The sudden loss of her best friend left her in a state of profound grief."

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

"That is the current trend."

"The latest fashion trend involves wearing vibrant colors and bold accessories."

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

"She enjoys creating art."

"Modern art can be difficult to understand because it often challenges traditional ideas about beauty and meaning."

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

"Science helps us understand nature."

"The science class conducted an experiment to see how different liquids affected the rate at which a metal nail would rust over time."

the body part that is inside our head controlling how we feel, think, move, etc.

"The brain controls the body."

"The brain is very powerful and processes information quickly."

to find a number or amount using mathematics

"She calculates the total cost quickly."

"The accountant used a computer program to calculate the company's total expenses for the year and prepare the annual financial report for the shareholders."

to consume energy by doing physical activity

"She burns off calories by exercising."

"You need to exercise regularly to burn off the extra calories you consume from eating junk food."

the state in which one cannot satisfy their basic human needs

"It is deprivation."

"The report detailed the extreme deprivation faced by communities lacking access to clean water and food."

to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about

"They discover a new star."

"Archaeologists hope to discover ancient artifacts buried deep within the ruins."

to decide or tell that something arranged before will now not happen

"The airline cancels the flight due to storm."

"The airline was forced to cancel several flights due to the unexpected snowstorm that caused dangerous flying conditions across the entire region."

to close or secure something in a place where it cannot be removed or accessed without the appropriate authorization, key, or combination

"Lock up the house before leaving."

"Do not forget to lock up the house before you go to bed so that no one can break in during the night."

a sudden and unfortunate event that causes a great amount of death and destruction

"The flood was a big disaster."

"The oil spill was an environmental disaster that killed thousands of sea animals and polluted the beautiful beaches along the coast."

having or bringing good luck

"You are lucky."

"He felt lucky to have survived the accident without any serious injuries and he thanked the doctors who saved his life."

a minor accident that has no serious consequences

"Small mishap happened."

"Thanks to a minor mishap she spilled coffee all over her white shirt before the meeting."

something that is hard to explain or understand, often involving a puzzling event or situation with an unknown explanation

"It is a mystery."

"The disappearance of the valuable artifact remains an unsolved mystery, baffling investigators for years."

anything that takes place, particularly something important

"The event was fun."

"The annual music festival is a major cultural event attracting thousands of attendees."

a good thing that happens by chance and is not expected

"What a fortune!"

"Finding a rare antique at a flea market was a stroke of immense fortune for the collector."

to contain or include something as a necessary part

"The job will involve travel."

"This complex project will involve many different departments and a significant budget."

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

"The choice was easy."

"You have a choice between accepting the job offer now or waiting for a potentially better opportunity but waiting also carries some risk."

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

"Many people suffer from allergies."

"Many people suffer from allergies during spring because of the high pollen levels in the air."

the action or process of causing significant damage to something, rendering it unable to exist or continue in its normal state

"The destruction was massive."

"The destruction caused by the earthquake was unimaginable with entire neighborhoods reduced to piles of rubble and twisted metal."

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

"Success takes time."

"Their success came after years of hard work and patience."

the action or process of reaching a particular thing

"Winning the award was a great achievement."

"Winning the science fair was her greatest achievement and she felt very proud of her hard work."

an unexpected and unpleasant event that happens by chance, usually causing damage or injury

"The accident happened suddenly."

"He witnessed a serious car accident at the intersection and immediately called emergency services to help the injured drivers before the ambulance arrived."

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

"The snake is dangerous."

"The dangerous intersection had seen many accidents over the years so the city finally installed a traffic light and speed bumps to slow down cars."

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

"This job requires five years experience."

"This job requires at least five years of experience in a similar role as well as excellent communication skills."

the action of successfully finishing studies at a high school or a university degree

"Her graduation is next month."

"The excitement for graduation day was palpable as students celebrated the culmination of their academic achievements."