Unit 1 Flashcards
whatever
Pronoun
1
used to emphasize a lack of restriction in referring to any thing or amount, no matter what.
do whatever you like
2
used for emphasis instead of “what” in questions, typically expressing surprise or confusion.
whatever is the matter?
Adverb
1
at all; of any kind (used for emphasis).
they received no help whatever
approachable
Adjective
1
friendly and easy to talk to.
managers should be approachable
immediate family
: a person’s parents, brothers and sisters, husband or wife, and children
extended family
Noun
1
a family that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, who all live nearby or in one household.
chaotic
Adjective
1
in a state of complete confusion and disorder.
a chaotic jumble of spools, tapes, and books
close-knit
: bound together by intimate social or cultural ties or by close economic or political ties
close-knit families
tie
Verb
1
attach or fasten (someone or something) with string or similar cord.
they tied Max to a chair
2
restrict or limit (someone) to a particular situation, occupation, or place.
she didn’t want to be like her mother, tied to a feckless man
3
connect; link.
more firms are realizing that their fate is tied to the community in which they operate
Noun
1
a piece of string, cord, or the like used for fastening or tying something.
he tightened the tie of his robe
3
a thing that unites or links people.
it is important that we keep family ties strong
rivalry
: the act of rivaling : the state of being a rival : COMPETITION
upbringing
Noun
1
the treatment and instruction received by a child from its parents throughout its childhood.
his Quaker upbringing influenced his character
resolve
Verb
1
settle or find a solution to (a problem, dispute, or contentious matter).
the firm aims to resolve problems within 30 days
2
decide firmly on a course of action.
she resolved to call Dana as soon as she got home
Noun
1
firm determination to do something.
she received information that strengthened her resolve
fair
Adjective
1
in accordance with the rules or standards; legitimate.
the group has achieved fair and equal representation for all its members
2
(of hair or complexion) light; blond.
a pretty girl with long fair hair
3
considerable though not outstanding in size or amount.
he did a fair bit of coaching
4
(of weather) fine and dry.
a fair autumn day
Adverb
1
without cheating or trying to achieve unjust advantage.
no one could say he played fair
resemblance
Noun
1
the state of resembling or being alike.
they bear some resemblance to Italian figurines
maternal
Adjective
1
relating to a mother, especially during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth.
maternal care
strike
Adjective
1
attracting attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent.
the murder bore a striking similarity to an earlier shooting
2
(of an employee) on strike.
striking mine workers
Noun
1
the action of striking.
substantial damage was caused by the striking of a submerged object
قابل توجه، برجسته، موثر
temperament
Noun
1
a person’s or animal’s nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior.
she had an artistic temperament
stubborn
Adjective
1
having or showing dogged determination not to change one’s attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so.
a stubborn refusal to learn from experience
یک دنده
inherit
Verb
1
receive (money, property, or a title) as an heir at the death of the previous holder.
she inherited a fortune from her father
instinct
Noun
1
an innate, typically fixed pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli.
birds have an instinct to build nests
غریزه
patience
صبر
organise
Verb
1
arrange into a structured whole; order.
organize lessons in a planned way
2
make arrangements or preparations for (an event or activity); coordinate.
the union organized a 24-hour general strike
سازمان دادن
toddler
Noun
1
a young child who is just beginning to walk.
occasionally
Adverb
1
at infrequent or irregular intervals; now and then.
very occasionally the condition can result in death
adolescence
Noun
1
the period following the onset of puberty during which a young person develops from a child into an adult.
Mary spent her childhood and adolescence in Europe
adulthood
Noun
1
the state or condition of being fully grown or mature.
the crucial years between adolescence and adulthood
brotherhood
Noun
1
the relationship between brothers.
the bonds of brotherhood
2
an association, society, or community of people linked by a common interest, religion, or trade.
a religious brotherhood
character
Noun
1
the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.
running away was not in keeping with her character
شخصیت
childhood
Noun
1
the state of being a child.
the idealized world of childhood
fatherhood
Noun
1
the state of being a father.
the joys of fatherhood had softened him
friendship
Noun
1
the emotions or conduct of friends; the state of being friends.
old ties of love and friendship
interaction
Noun
1
reciprocal action or influence.
ongoing interaction between the two languages
interaction
Noun
1
reciprocal action or influence.
ongoing interaction between the two languages
اثر متقابل
motherhood
Noun
1
the state of being a mother.
she juggles motherhood with a demanding career
nature
Noun
1
the phenomena of the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, the landscape, and other features and products of the earth, as opposed to humans or human creations.
the breathtaking beauty of nature
2
the basic or inherent features of something, especially when seen as characteristic of it.
helping them to realize the nature of their problems
relation
Noun
1
the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected; a thing’s effect on or relevance to another.
questions about the relation between writing and reality
2
a person who is connected by blood or marriage; a kinsman or kinswoman.
she was no relation at all, but he called her Aunt Nora
relationship
Noun
1
the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected.
the study will assess the relationship between unemployment and political attitudes
relative
Adjective
1
considered in relation or in proportion to something else.
the relative effectiveness of the various mechanisms is not known
Noun
1
a person connected by blood or marriage.
much of my time is spent visiting relatives
teenager
Noun
1
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
rewarding
Adjective
1
providing satisfaction; gratifying.
skiing can be hugely rewarding
accomadate
Verb
1
(of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for.
the cabins accommodate up to 6 people
2
fit in with the wishes or needs of.
any language must accommodate new concepts
break down
1 : the action or result of breaking down: such as
a : a failure to function
preventing a breakdown of the health-care system
b : failure to progress or have effect : DISINTEGRATION
a breakdown of negotiations
nurture
Verb
1
care for and encourage the growth or development of.
Jarrett was nurtured by his parents in a close-knit family
Noun
1
the process of caring for and encouraging the growth or development of someone or something.
the nurture of ethics and integrity
relate
Verb
1
make or show a connection between.
the study examines social change within the city and relates it to wider developments in the country as a whole
2
feel sympathy with; identify with.
kids related to him because he was so anti-establishment
3
give an account of (a sequence of events); narrate.
various versions of the chilling story have been related by the locals
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