B2 | UNIT 3

anxiety

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

courage

the ability to do something difficult or face danger without fear.

negotiate

to obtain or bring about by discussion; to find a way over or through an obstacle or difficult path.

norm

something that is usual, typical, or standard; or a required standard or social rule that guides behavior within a group.

conform

to follow rules, standards, or laws; or to behave like everyone else in a group.

vulnerable

able to be easily hurt, influenced, or attacked; unprotected.

appreciate

to be grateful for something; or to increase in value over time.

bond

a strong force or feeling that holds people or things together

attribute

a quality or characteristic that belongs to a person, thing, or group.

hesitate

to pause before saying or doing something, usually because you are nervous or not sure.

wound

an injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is cut or broken.

countless

too many to be counted; very great in number.

heal

to become healthy or sound again after an injury or illness; or to make a person or a body part healthy again.

complicate

to make something more difficult to do, understand, or deal with.

refer

to mention or speak about someone or something; or to look at something for information.

wave

a sudden, strong feeling that spreads through a person.

sense

a feeling that something is true or about to happen.

compliment

a polite expression of praise or admiration; or an action that shows you respect or like someone.

entrepreneur

a person who sets up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit.

insure

to pay a company money so they will give you money if something is lost, damaged, or someone dies.

minor

small in size, importance, or seriousness.

nutrition

the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

category

a group of people or things that are similar in some way.

associate

to connect someone or something in your mind; or a person you work with (a partner or colleague).

balance

a state where different things are equal or in the correct amount; or the ability to stay upright and not fall.

element

a basic part of something; or a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler parts.

last

to continue for a specific period of time.

inevitable

certain to happen; unavoidable.

conduct

to organize and carry out a specific activity or process.

conscious

to be aware of and responding to one's surroundings.

despair

the complete loss or absence of hope; a feeling of being overwhelmed by circumstances to the point of giving up.

manner

The way in which something is done or happens; or a person's outward way of behaving toward others.

rational

based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

restrain

to prevent someone or something from doing something; to keep under control or within limits.

steady

continuing in a regular, consistent way without sudden changes or interruptions.

straightforward

easy to do or understand; clear and direct without any unnecessary complications or hidden meanings.

sufficient

enough for a particular purpose; as much as is needed.

prominent

important, famous, or noticeably standing out from its surroundings.

immense

extremely large or great, especially in size, scale, or degree.

predominant

being the strongest, most common, or having the most influence among a group.

equivalent

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning, even if the things look different.

volume

the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, or that is enclosed within a container.

proportion

a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole.

clarify

to make a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

abuse

The cruel, violent, or unfair treatment of someone; or the improper use of something (like power or a substance) for the wrong purpose.

anonymous

not identified by name; of unknown authorship or origin.

appoint

to officially choose someone for a job or a position of responsibility.

articulate

able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in speech or writing.

deny

to state that something is not true, or to refuse to admit or accept something.

dismiss

to decide that something or someone is not important or not worth considering; or to officially allow someone to leave.

forecast

a prediction or estimate of future events, especially regarding weather or financial trends, based on available data.

guideline

a general rule, principle, or piece of advice that explains how something should be done or what behavior is expected.

hinder

to make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen; to delay or obstruct progress.

insert

to put something into something else, or to add a piece of writing into a document.

integrity

the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; or the state of being whole and undivided.

invade

to enter a place, such as a country or a territory, by force in order to conquer or take control of it; or to enter a space in a way that is intrusive or unwanted.

justify

to provide a good reason or explanation for something, or to prove that an action or belief is right or reasonable.

mission

an important assignment or a specific task that a person or group is sent to do; also, the core purpose or goal of an organization.

mortal

living beings that must eventually die; or causing death (as in a "mortal wound").

omit

o leave out or exclude someone or something, either intentionally or by forgetfulness.

sincere

(Of feelings, beliefs, or behavior) proceeding from genuine feelings; free from pretense or deceit; honest and real.

transmit

to pass something from one person, place, or thing to another; this can refer to broadcasting signals (like radio or TV), spreading a disease, or communicating information.

accurate

correct in all details; exact and precise.

consistent

acting or done in the same way over time.

cooperate

to work together with others toward a common goal or purpose

suspect

to believe that someone may be guilty of a crime or offense without having certain proof; or to think that something is possible, likely, or true, often with a sense of distrust.

origin

the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived; the starting point of an existence or a movement.

tense

a state of mental or emotional strain, nervousness, or inability to relax.

conserve

to protect something from harm, decay, or loss.

mature

having reached full physical or mental development; behaving in a sensible and responsible way, like an adult.

burden

a load, especially a heavy one, that is difficult to carry; or a duty, responsibility, or emotional weight that causes worry, difficulty, or hard work.

reverse

to move backward or to change something to the opposite position, direction, or order.

embarrass

to cause someone to feel self-conscious, ashamed, or awkward, often in front of other people.

immigrate

to come into a foreign country to live there permanently.

suppose

to think or assume that something is true or probable based on the information you have, but without certain proof.