Lifestyles unit Flashcards
Obsess
being very interested or worried (excessively) about something
addict
feel like you can’t be without something
harm
material damage
digital detox
a period of time where a person doesn’t use their electronic device
consequence
result or effect of something
suppress
push down a feeling or craving
temptation
wanting to do something
sedentary
not moving
rural
countryside
urban
city
hectic
busy
expenses
cost of living - food, housing…
cottage
small house
material possessions
clothes, phones, boats - things you spend money on
glamour
attractive, expensive looking, showy
adventurous
looking for exciting opportunities - hiking, skiing
torture
horrible, awful experiences, uncomfortable
persuaded
convincing someone to do something
allowance
Money you receive regularly from parents or family
chores
household tasks such as cleaning, dishes…
pestering
persuading your parents to buy something by constantly asking
consumer
a person who buys products
handouts
being given money without having to do anything
