English vocabulary in context

2. Match the words with the definitions.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. Transatlantic flights between America and Europe are now quicker than ever; it only takes _____________________ to fly from New York to London.

2. The _____________________ of tourism in the area led to more land being developed into holiday resorts.

3. The Maldives are full of gorgeous beaches that are very _____________________!

4. The influx of tourists during holiday season puts added pressure on the town and _____________________ the problems of congestion usually faced by local residents.

5. The factory’s waste pipes _____________________ industrial chemicals into rivers and waterways.

6. Before we start the project, we need to have a meeting to make sure we are _____________________ about the goals and objectives.

7. The beach on the tropical island is very _____________________; the white sand and crystal clear waters are breathtaking!

8. _____________________, such as fresh drinking water, are very important for a country and its people; without them, no one can survive.

9. John’s research was _____________________ and was mainly based on real information.

10. Jack is very organised and has a _____________________ approach for checking every detail in his work.

11. My _____________________ includes visits to all the major museums in Paris and Berlin.

12. Eric is certainly _____________________ and believes he can order his employees around.

13. Don managed to _____________________ all the members of the group and set them their tasks.

14. Denise is so _____________________ at work; she never hesitates, and she’s very confident in her choices.

15. Bob _____________________ his writing style by making his vocabulary slightly more diverse.

16. Being _____________________ and compassionate, Jake is highly appreciated by all of his colleagues.

17. Being such an _____________________ communicator, Bob is good at clearly showing how he feels.

18. Being rash and _____________________, Scott regrets not having previously considered the effects of his actions.

19. Aunt Jenny is so _____________________ that all the family enjoys spending time with her.

20. Analytical thinkers often have excellent _____________________ skills as they assess situations carefully.

Key

Match the words with the definitions.

Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. Transatlantic flights between America and Europe are now quicker than ever; it only takes seven hours to fly from New York to London.

2. The expansion of tourism in the area led to more land being developed into holiday resorts.

3. The Maldives are full of gorgeous beaches that are very scenic!

4. The influx of tourists during holiday season puts added pressure on the town, and exacerbates the problems of congestion usually faced by local residents.

5. The factory’s waste pipes release industrial chemicals into rivers and waterways.

6. Before we start the project, we need to have a meeting to make sure we are on the same page about the goals and objectives.

7. The beach on the tropical island is very picturesque; the white sand and crystal clear waters are breathtaking!

8. Resources, such as fresh drinking water, are very important for a country and its people; without them no one can survive.

9. John’s research was fact-orientated and was mainly based on real information.

10. Jack is very organised and has a methodical approach for checking every detail in his work.

11. My itinerary includes visits to all the major museums in Paris and Berlin.

12. Eric is certainly dominating and believes he can order his employees around.

13. Don managed to co-ordinate all the members of the group and set them their tasks.

14. Denise is so decisive at work; she never hesitates and she’s very confident in her choices.

15. Bob adjusted his writing style by making his vocabulary slightly more diverse.

16. Being empathetic and compassionate, Jake is highly appreciated by all of his colleagues.

17. Being such an expressive communicator, Bob is good at clearly showing how he feels.

18. Being rash and impulsive, Scott regrets not having previously considered the effects of his actions.

19. Aunt Jenny is so amiable that all the family enjoy spending time with her.

20. Analytical thinkers often have excellent evaluation skills as they assess situations carefully.

Unit 23

1. Read the text and try to figure out the meaning of the highlighted words.

In today’s society, there are many different personalities and characteristics that people possess. They have their genesis in a multitude of factors, including genetics, upbringing, and life experiences. Some individuals may be perfectionists, always striving for excellence in everything they do. Others may be more spontaneous, going with the flow and living in the moment. There are also those who are submissive, preferring to follow rather than lead.

One thing that is substantially important for all individuals is having a vision for their future. A visionary person can see beyond the present moment and has a clear idea of what they want to achieve in life. They have the ability to grasp opportunities, set goals and work towards them with dedication and determination.

Another important trait is decency. Being decent means treating others with respect and kindness, regardless of their background or beliefs. It is an ethical value that should be upheld at all times.

On the other hand, egoism is a negative characteristic that can hinder personal growth and relationships with others. People who are too self-centered often lack empathy and disregard the feelings of others. It is important to balance one’s own needs with the needs of those around them.

In today’s hyper-connected world, it is easy to get caught up in materialistic values and lose sight of what truly matters. However, it is important to stay grounded and appreciate the rarity of true connections that come from genuine human interaction. Fleeting moments of joy may come from material goods, but lasting happiness comes from within.

In conclusion, there are many different traits and values that make up a person’s personality. By striving for decency, empathy, and ethical behavior, we can create a formidable force for positive change in the world. By pursuing our vision with dedication and resilience, we can achieve great things and create real masterpieces.

2. Match the words with the definitions.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. She has long been recognized as a _____________________ leader in the green technology sector.

2. The festival finds its _____________________ in ancient Maori culture.

3. Terri and Anne share a _____________________ friendship; they would do anything for each other.

4. Success in business depends _____________________ on effective management skills; they’re essential.

5. Steve is so _____________________ and eager to please that he ends up taking on more work than he can handle.

6. Sally’s _____________________ is a big problem; she’s so vain and arrogant!

7. Roberta has a lot of _____________________ and is able to understand her friends’ feelings.

8. Rick has possessed a natural _____________________ since he was a child, and is always polite and well-mannered.

9. Mary failed to _____________________ the task and didn’t understand what she was supposed to do.

10. Mark laments the _____________________ of strong friendships and wonders why they are so uncommon nowadays!

11. Maggie tends to be very _____________________ and does things on the spur of the moment whenever she feels like it.

12. Laura is such a _____________________; she is constantly preoccupied with purchasing new clothes.

13. Jackie and Sandra are amazed at the _____________________ of their friendship; they’ve known each other for fifty years!

14. It isn’t _____________________ to try to cheat in an exam; it’s morally wrong.

15. _____________________, nowadays, allows global communication online in an instant.

16. Henry is such a _____________________, always checking over his work making sure that it’s only of the highest quality!

17. Having satisfying relationships at work offers _____________________ benefits to employees.

18. «Hamlet’ is widely regarded as one of Shakespeare’s greatest _____________________.

19. Enjoying a sweet dessert is a _____________________ pleasure that never lasts long.

20. Andrea was grateful for having _____________________ luck and never finding herself in hardship.

Key

Match the words with the definitions.

Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. She has long been recognized as a visionary leader in the green technology sector.

2. The festival finds its genesis in ancient Maori culture.

3. Terri and Anne share a genuine friendship; they would do anything for each other.

4. Success in business depends substantially on effective management skills; they’re essential.

5. Steve is so submissive and eager to please that he ends up taking on more work than he can handle.

6. Sally’s egoism is a big problem; she’s so vain and arrogant!

7. Roberta has a lot of empathy and is able to understand her friends’ feelings.

8. Rick has possessed a natural decency since he was a child, and is always polite and well-mannered.

9. Mary failed to grasp the task and didn’t understand what she was supposed to do.

10. Mark laments the rarity of strong friendships, and wonders why they are so uncommon nowadays!

11. Maggie tends to be very spontaneous and does things on the spur of the moment whenever she feels like it.

12. Laura is such a materialist; she is constantly preoccupied with purchasing new clothes.

13. Jackie and Sandra are amazed at the resilience of their friendship; they’ve known each other for fifty years!

14. It isn’t ethical to try to cheat in an exam; it’s morally wrong.

15. Hyper-connectivity, nowadays, allows global communication online in an instant.

16. Henry is such a perfectionist, always checking over his work making sure that it’s only of the highest quality!

17. Having satisfying relationships at work offers formidable benefits to employees.

18. «Hamlet’ is widely regarded as one of Shakespeare’s greatest masterpieces.

19. Enjoying a sweet dessert is a fleeting pleasure that never lasts long.

20. Andrea was grateful for having decent luck and never finding herself in hardship.

Unit 24

1. Read the text and try to figure out the meaning of the highlighted words.

Living a virtuous life is something that many of us aspire to. But what does it really mean to be virtuous? It means having high moral standards and behaving in a way that is considered good and right. Virtue is often contrasted with vice, which refers to behaviour that is immoral or harmful.

One of the most important virtues is sincerity. Being sincere means being honest and truthful in all your dealings with others. It also means being true to yourself and your own values. When you are sincere, people trust you and respect you.

Another important virtue is productivity. This means doing things that are useful and productive. It means using your time and resources wisely, and not wasting them on short-lived pleasures or frivolous pursuits.

Being amiable and agreeable is also important. This means being friendly and easy to get along with. When you are amiable, you are able to build strong relationships with others and create a positive social environment.

Sometimes being bold as brass can be necessary. This means being assertive and confident, even when faced with difficult situations. It means standing up for yourself and your beliefs, even when others try to put you down. However, it is important to be astute and aware of how your behaviour affects others. Being brusque or rude can damage relationships and cause unnecessary conflict.

Ultimately, the utility of developing virtues and positive behaviours cannot be overstated. Being virtuous doesn’t mean being serious all the time. We should strive to be bright as a button and spread joy wherever we go.

2. Match the words with the definitions.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. _____________________ people maximise their potential by doing their best in all aspects of their lives.

2. William is a _____________________ man; he would never accept a bribe or steal.

3. They waste their time and money on _____________________ things.

4. Unfortunately, Tina and Erica’s _____________________ friendship only lasted during their holiday, as they never saw each other again.

5. They enjoyed a trusting and _____________________ working relationship, which lasted for more than two years.

6. The crowd began happily _____________________ when their team scored a goal.

7. Ted and Paul had a friendship of _____________________; they only met when they needed something from each other.

8. Susie is very _____________________ because she is so friendly.

9. John is known for his exceptional conduct and friendly _____________________ in the office.

10. Joe is very intelligent and _____________________, so I’m pretty sure he’ll find a solution soon enough.

11. Paula _____________________ that Steve was the best person for the job.

12. Erica tried to pick up her cat, but it managed to _____________________ from her arms.

13. Despite being new, Scott walked up to the manager _____________________ and told him exactly what he thought of the company.

14. David was often blunt and impolite and was strongly disliked because of his _____________________ manners.

15. Being _____________________ and perceptive, Laura was able to assess the situation and make the right decision.

16. Being selfish is a _____________________ that Julie needs to grow out of; there’s no need to be so self-centered.

17. I don’t really _____________________ with my sister’s husband.

18. Why did you have to _____________________ me _____________________ in front of everybody like that?

19. Although both men pretended to be happy to see each other, their greeting lacked _____________________ and was clearly not genuine.

20. A simple act of _____________________, such as collecting donations for charity, can make a huge difference to someone’s life.

Key

Match the words with the definitions.

Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. Self-actualised people maximise their potential by doing their best in all aspects of their lives.

2. William is a virtuous man; he would never accept a bribe or steal.

3. They waste their time and money on frivolous things.

4. Unfortunately, Tina and Erica’s short-lived friendship only lasted during their holiday, as they never saw each other again.

5. They enjoyed a trusting and stable working relationship, which lasted for more than two years.

6. The crowd began happily cheering when their team scored a goal.

7. Ted and Paul had a friendship of utility; they only met when they needed something from each other.

8. Susie is very agreeable because she is so friendly.

9. John is known for his exceptional conduct and friendly behaviour in the office.

10. Joe is very intelligent and bright as a button, so I’m pretty sure he’ll find a solution soon enough.

11. Paula asserted that Steve was the best person for the job.

12. Erica tried to pick up her cat, but it managed to break away from her arms.

13. Despite being new, Scott walked up to the manager bold as brass and told him exactly what he thought of the company.

14. David was often blunt and impolite and was strongly disliked because of his brusque manners.

15. Being astute and perceptive, Laura was able to assess the situation and make the right decision.

16. Being selfish is a vice that Julie needs to grow out of; there’s no need to be so self-centred.

17. I don’t really get along with my sister’s husband.

18. Why did you have to put me down in front of everybody like that?

19. Although both men pretended to be happy to see each other, their greeting lacked sincerity and was clearly not genuine.

20. A simple act of virtue, such as collecting donations for charity, can make a huge difference to someone’s life.

Unit 25

1. Read the text and try to figure out the meaning of the highlighted words.

Personality traits are the unique characteristics that define a person. They can be good or bad, but they define us and shape our future.

An extrovert is someone who is cool as a cucumber in social settings and constantly craves attention. They are gregarious and love to hobnob with others. They are often effusive in their interactions and hanker after the thrill of meeting new people. Introverts, on the other hand, tend to hold their tongue in social situations and exchange no more than a few words with others. They may feel uncomfortable in social situations and may flinch at the thought of having to speak in public. They might gape at extroverts who seem so at ease in social situations, wondering how they do it. However, this doesn’t mean that introverts can’t be daring.

Some people might be dogmatic in their ways and hold onto their beliefs without any room for change or improvement. They may grimace at the thought of trying something new or emulating someone else’s methods. This kind of conceit can be harmful and prevent personal growth. It’s important to clarify misunderstandings or miscommunications with others. And remember, just because someone seems dull as ditchwater on the surface, it doesn’t mean they don’t have interesting habits and stories to share.

2. Match the words with the definitions.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. We’re so glad Peter got the role on the TV programme; he’s _____________________ after fame since he was a child.

2. The consultant _____________________ his point by going on to explain the reasons behind his actions.

3. The children _____________________ when they heard the loud bang in the street.

4. Terri _____________________ in pain when she stubbed her toe.

5. Surprisingly, Jack was not in the least nervous on his first day at work; in fact, he was _____________________.

6. Stuart is _____________________; all he ever does is ramble on about the same old boring things!

7. People view Bob as a _____________________ businessman because he isn’t afraid to take risks.

8. My supervisor is really _____________________ and often refuses to listen to any of our opinions.

9. My brother has the _____________________ of grinding his teeth; he often doesn’t even realize that he’s doing it!

10. Mark’s _____________________ became apparent in his arrogant attitude towards his friends.

11. Mandy is a _____________________ and sociable girl who enjoys going out with her friends.

12. Kevin _____________________ in disbelief at Peter’s remark; not believing what he had just heard.

13. The president seemed _____________________ during the press conference, and even cracked a few jokes.

14. It’s common for children to _____________________ the heroes they admire, by copying their actions.

15. In his speech, the supervisor was _____________________ in his praise for the workers, showing how satisfied he was with their level of work.

16. Given the small break they were allowed, the two consultants _____________________ with each other.

17. Employees are advised not to disclose information and _____________________ regarding confidential corporate issues.

18. During the conference, Mr. Henderson was seen _____________________ with distinguished people.

19. Colin is an _____________________ and always seems to enjoy being with people.

20. Ann _____________________ the limelight and has a strong desire to be a famous actress someday.

Key

Match the words with the definitions.

Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. We’re so glad Peter got the role on the TV programme; he’s hankered after fame since he was a child.

2. The consultant clarified his point by going on to explain the reasons behind his actions.

3. The children flinched when they heard the loud bang in the street.

4. Terri grimaced in pain when she stubbed her toe.

5. Surprisingly, Jack was not in the least nervous on his first day at work; in fact he was cool as a cucumber.