Lessons 1 & 2: An Embarrassing Moment & The Power of Socializing

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering key terms, idioms, and accumulative vocabulary from Lessons 1 & 2: 'An Embarrassing Moment' and 'The Power of Socializing'.

hit the town

To go out and enjoy yourself in the city.

through thick and thin

To support someone especially in difficult times.

anxiety (n)

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease.

brand-new (adj)

Completely new; never used before.

clumsiness (n)

Awkwardness in movement or handling things.

clumsy (adj)

Awkward in physical movement or skill; lacking coordination.

depression (n)

A severe state of despondency, dejection, or persistent sadness.

disaster (n)

A sudden, calamitous event causing great distress, damage, or ruin.

dull (adj)

Lacking interest or excitement; boring and gloomy.

glamorous (adj)

Attractive, exciting, and charming in appearance or style.

hang out (phr. v)

To spend time relaxing, socializing, or being with friends outside.

hormone (n)

A regulatory chemical substance produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids.

immune (adj)

Relating to immunity; protected or exempt from a specific disease or infection.

maintain (v)

To preserve, sustain, or keep something in existing condition.

mortifying (adj)

Causing extreme shame, humiliation, or embarrassment.

pale (adj)

Light in color or having an unusually light complexion due to illness or shock.

promotion (n)

The advancement of an employee to a higher rank, position, or status.

salt shaker (n)

A container with perforated top holes designed for sprinkling salt.

socializing (n)

The act of mixing socially with others and participating in social activities.

strengthen (v)

To make or become stronger.

superficial (adj)

Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not deep, thorough, or serious.

superficially (adv)

On the surface only; without thoroughness or deep understanding.

unaware (adj)

Having no knowledge or consciousness of a situation or fact.

weeknight (n)

An evening of any day during the regular working week.

well-being (n)

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

affection (n)

A gentle feeling of fondness, caring, or liking.

appreciate (v)

To recognize the full worth, value, or importance of someone or something.

beneficial (adj)

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

beyond (prep)

At or to the further side of; more than or outside the scope of.

bloodless (adj)

Without violence or killing; also describing a pale, drained appearance.

boost (v)

To help, encourage, improve, or increase.

confidence (n)

A feeling of trust or firm belief in oneself or in someone else.

confident (adj)

Feeling or showing certainty and self-assurance.

cruel (adj)

Willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.

decline (v)

To politely refuse an offer, invitation, or proposal.

gown (n)

A long, elegant dress worn on formal occasions.

harmony (n)

A state of peaceful agreement, accord, or pleasing arrangement.

helpless (adj)

Unable to defend oneself, act, or manage without assistance.

hiking (n)

The outdoor activity of going on long, vigorous walks in nature or the countryside.

ignorant (adj)

Lacking knowledge, awareness, or education about something.

incident (n)

An event or occurrence, especially one that is unusual, disruptive, or unpleasant.

incredible (adj)

Extraordinary; impossible or difficult to believe.

inquire (v)

To ask for information or make an investigation.

inversion (n)

The act of turning something upside down, reversing order, or transforming completely.

lasting (adj)

Continuing or enduring for a long period of time; permanent.