Unit 2

to find someone or something, often by following a series of clues or evidence

The detectives traced the stolen artwork to an underground art market.

perfect, without any mistakes, faults, or imperfections

Her flawless performance received a standing ovation from the audience.

to bring a dispute or disagreement to an end

Mediation is a helpful process to settle conflicts between disputing parties.

in a sudden or unexpected manner

The meeting ended abruptly when the fire alarm went off.

(of a person) doing many things with a lot of energy

Despite being retired, he remains active, taking part in various community activities.

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

Acting classes help aspiring actors develop their skills and techniques.

to do something for a special reason

The company decided to act quickly to address customer complaints and improve its services.

a formal or legal process in which it is decided if someone has done something wrong or illegal

The action was filed to resolve the dispute between the two parties.

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions.

to make something such as a process, piece of equipment, etc. start working

He activated the alarm system before leaving the house.

having a lot of weight and not easy to move or pick up

He felt the weight of the heavy burden on his shoulders.

the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time

The traffic on the highway was heavy during rush hour.

having a lot of physical power

He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong.

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

She could hear the wind howling outside her window.

having a relatively great vertical extent

The high mountain peaks were covered in snow.

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

The standard procedure for new employees includes completing an orientation program.

to enhance the quality of something, particularly by adding something to it

Adding diverse experiences can enrich one's perspective on life.

the state of existing as a person who is alive

After the accident, she started seeing life differently.

to not be able to move from a place or position

The car got stuck in the mud after the rainstorm.

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair.

the sum of money that is gained after all expenses and taxes are paid

The company reported a significant profit for the fiscal year, reflecting efficient operations and strong sales.

(grammar) a word or phrase used to describe an action, state, or experience

One common mistake in English is using the wrong verb tense.

a type of word that describes a noun

He's studying the use of comparative adjectives for his test tomorrow.

a word that is used to name a person, thing, event, state, etc.

A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

a word that gives more information about a verb, adjective, or another adverb

"Quickly" is an adverb that shows how fast something is done.

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

His reputation was damaged after the scandal was exposed to the public.

sexual love to a great amount

His passion for her was evident in every glance and gesture, showing a deep emotional attachment.

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

The professor made a crucial point about the importance of environmental conservation.

to earn a financial gain or make a profit from a business venture, investment, or other financial endeavor

The startup managed to turn a profit in its second year of operation.

to share moments of humor and laughter with others

They had a laugh watching a comedy show together.

a deliberate and focused effort to gain knowledge or understanding about a specific topic

The study of literature allows students to explore different cultures and historical periods through written works.

able to speak or write clearly and effortlessly

She gave a fluent explanation of the new policy.

to be able to handle and manage a situation or thing successfully

She is getting on top of her workload by setting priorities and staying organized.

to make use of a situation, opportunity, or resource in a way that benefits oneself or achieves a desired outcome

She decided to take advantage of the sunny weather and go for a long hike in the mountains.

to come to an agreement with someone by granting some of their requests while they grant some of one's requests

The buyers wanted to bring the price down from $15,000 to $10,000, so I offered to meet them halfway at $12,500.