Unit 7 - 7B

to be familiar with a person or thing because of regular experience or contact

She is used to the noisy environment at her office.

feeling or showing caution and attentiveness regarding possible dangers or problems

She was wary of strangers approaching her late at night.

(of a person) eager to try new ideas, exciting things, and take risks

She's an adventurous traveler, always seeking out new destinations and immersive cultural experiences.

having a strong enthusiasm, desire, or excitement for something or someone

She was keen to dive into the new book series, devouring each novel with gusto.

to feel upset and nervous because we think about bad things that might happen to us or our problems

She tends to worry about upcoming exams.

getting a bad and anxious feeling from a person or thing because we think something bad or dangerous will happen

She's afraid of spiders.

to gradually familiarize or habituate someone or something to a specific condition, practice, or environment

Daily exposure to loud noises helps accustom my ears to the bustling city life.

having a strong liking, preference, or affection for something or someone

She is very fond of chocolate and eats it every day.

having or showing a high level of knowledge, skill, and aptitude in a particular area

She is highly proficient in playing the piano and can tackle complex compositions with ease.

having a quality that is not satisfying

The movie was bad and not enjoyable to watch.

dependent on something or someone for support, assistance, or success

She is reliant on her parents for financial support while studying.

to absorb all of someone's attention or time, captivating them completely

The captivating novel engrossed her so much that she lost track of time.

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Any investment involves an element of risk.

having or showing intense excitement, eagerness, or passion for something

His enthusiastic support for the project helped drive it to success.

to firmly resist something

The workers opposed the safety changes, pushing back against the new regulations.

extremely careful and attentive to details

She was meticulous in checking every detail of the report.

unable to survive, succeed, or stay healthy without someone or something

The success of the project was highly dependent on the team's ability to collaborate effectively.

having a quality that is satisfying

She has a good memory and can remember details easily.

a word that means we agree or something is fine

Ok, I'll finish my homework before watching TV.

strongly opposed to something

He is averse to eating spicy foods and prefers mild dishes.

(of a person) living a life free of stress and tension

He’s so laid-back that even the tightest deadlines don’t seem to rattle him.

the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing

Sarah developed a keen interest in photography after receiving her first camera as a gift.

to do something that causes a person become uninterested, tired, or impatient

The long lecture bored the students.