Unit 5 - Vocabulary

having a very minimal likelihood of experiencing or causing danger, injury, harm, or death

Investing in government bonds is considered low-risk compared to investing in stocks.

very likely to become or behave in a highly dangerous or harmful way

Investing in high-risk stocks can yield high returns, but it also comes with the potential for significant losses.

an organized plan made to achieve a goal

Their marketing strategy increased sales last year.

continuing or taking place over a relatively extended duration of time

Long-term planning is essential for achieving sustainable growth in any business.

intended to last for a brief or limited period of time

The company offered a short-term contract to cover the employee's maternity leave.

a chain of actions that will help us reach our goals

The project manager presented a detailed plan outlining the phases of the construction.

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

The local bakery is known for its freshly baked bread and pastries.

a telephone call made between different cities, regions, or countries

She made a long-distance call to her family overseas.

a quicker or more direct way of reaching a destination

We took a shortcut through the park to reach our destination faster.

able to consider and accept a wide range of opinions and beliefs

She is very broad-minded, always open to new ideas and perspectives.

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

His narrow-minded views on politics made it difficult to have meaningful discussions with him.

having a very low amount of body fat

She has always been naturally skinny, even though she eats well.

thin in an attractive way

He followed a healthy diet to stay slim and healthy.

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

Be careful when diving into the shallow end of the pool to avoid hitting your head.

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

The ocean is incredibly deep, with some parts reaching depths of over 36,000 feet.

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

The necklace she wore had a long chain adorned with intricate charms.

the distance from one end to the other end of an object that shows how long it is

What is the length of the hallway?

to increase the length or duration of something

They lengthened the runway at the airport for larger planes.

having a large length from side to side

The river was wide, spanning several hundred meters across.

having a below-average distance between two points

She wore a shirt with short sleeves to stay cool in the summer heat.

to decrease the length of something

The tailor shortened the trousers to fit the customer's height.

the distance of something from side to side

The width of the river is about 50 meters.

to become wider or broader in dimension, extent, or scope

The river widens as it flows towards the sea.

the distance between two sides of something

The breadth of the river made it impossible to cross without a bridge.

having a large distance between one side and another

His shoulders were broad, giving him a powerful and imposing appearance.

to expand or enlarge the size or dimensions of something

The city council plans to broaden the sidewalks downtown to accommodate more pedestrians.

having a relatively great vertical extent

The high mountain peaks were covered in snow.

the distance from the top to the bottom of something or someone

He checked the height of the doorway to make sure the furniture would fit through.

to increase the quantity, intensity, or degree of something

Recent events have heightened concerns about cybersecurity.

the distance below the top surface of something

The depth of the ocean is immeasurable in some areas.

to intensify or strengthen something, making it more significant or extreme

Regular practice can deepen your understanding of a subject.

not extending far upward

A low hedge bordered the pathway.

not extending far upward

A low hedge bordered the pathway.

to become something greater in quantity, importance, or size

The company's operations expanded rapidly, opening new branches in multiple cities.

to enlarge or lengthen something

She extends her hand for a friendly handshake.

to get larger and taller and become an adult over time

Our puppy will grow into a big dog one day.

to make something longer, looser, or wider, especially by pulling it

She decided to stretch the fabric before sewing to ensure it would fit properly.

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

The flu virus can easily spread in crowded places.

(of clothes or fabric) to become smaller when washed with hot water

Be cautious with the new sweater; it tends to shrink in hot water.

to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.

The company decided to reduce the prices of its products to attract more customers.