Unit 1 - Vocabulary

used to denote a multitude or variety of something

The company operates in multiple countries across the globe.

a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together

a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes

in or to a position lower than and directly beneath something

She found her keys under a pile of papers on her desk.

used to form negative or opposite meanings of root words

at a position above or higher than something

Smoke hung over the burning building.

excessively or unnecessarily cautious or careful, often to the point of being overly restrictive or hesitant

He was so overcautious that he double-checked every small detail.

to a high or exceptional degree

The food at that new restaurant is super delicious.

having abilities or qualities that go beyond what is considered normal or humanly possible

The superhuman speed of the world-class sprinter set new records in every competition.

a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is a famous example of a suspension bridge with massive arches.

in a direction away from an enclosed or hidden space

Smoke poured out from the chimney.

to perform at a higher level than someone else in a competitive activity

She managed to outplay her opponent in the final match.

used to indicate the opposite or absence of something

It seemed impossible to finish the project in one day.

a board of the British government that administers and collects major direct taxes