Unit 111

Words 2201–2220 · adviser, stem, reverse, mode, mirror, awful

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  1. adviser

    #2201

    noun

    Someone whose job is to give advice about a particular subject or situation.

    1. The financial adviser helped us choose a suitable savings plan for our family.

    2. Ask your travel adviser about local buses before you book the hotel.

    3. The school adviser helped Maria decide which subjects to study next year.

    4. Our health adviser suggested walking daily and eating more fresh vegetables.

    5. The shop adviser showed me three comfortable shoes for my long journey.

  2. stem

    #2202

    noun, verb

    The main part of a plant from which leaves or flowers grow; to remove a plant's stems.

    1. She cut the flower stems and placed them in a vase.

    2. The rose has a long stem covered with small, sharp thorns.

    3. These flowers have strong stems, so they will last longer in water.

    4. The doctor said the pain came from a pinched nerve in my spinal stem.

    5. The workers stemmed the flow of water before repairing the broken pipe.

  3. reverse

    #2203

    verb, noun, adjective

    To change something back to its earlier condition, direction, or position.

    1. Please reverse the car slowly into the empty parking space.

    2. The company reversed its decision after many customers complained.

    3. Turn the paper over and write your answers on the reverse side.

    4. The medicine may reverse some of the damage caused by the illness.

    5. I watched the video in reverse to understand what happened first.

  4. mode

    #2204

    noun

    A particular way of operating, behaving, or doing something.

    1. Please put your phone on silent mode during the meeting.

    2. The washing machine has a quick mode for lightly dirty clothes.

    3. The car automatically switches to electric mode in busy city traffic.

    4. Our teacher used game mode to help us review new vocabulary.

    5. After dinner, I usually change into relaxation mode and read quietly.

  5. mirror

    #2205

    noun, verb

    A piece of glass that shows your reflection, or to copy someone or something.

    1. She looked in the mirror before leaving the house.

    2. The bathroom mirror was covered with water drops after my shower.

    3. He checked his hair in the mirror while waiting for the bus.

    4. The lake mirrored the mountains on a calm summer morning.

    5. Her friendly smile mirrored mine during our first meeting.

  6. awful

    #2206

    adjective

    Very bad, unpleasant, or frightening.

    1. The weather was awful, so we stayed home and watched movies.

    2. I felt awful after eating too much birthday cake.

    3. We had an awful journey because our train was delayed for hours.

    4. That awful smell is coming from the refrigerator.

    5. She made an awful mistake on the science test and felt embarrassed.

  7. pose

    #2207

    noun, verb

    to create a difficult situation or problem, or to sit or stand for a photograph

    1. The new safety rules pose a serious challenge for small businesses.

    2. Please pose beside the cake so I can take a picture.

    3. The doctor explained that the fever could pose a health risk.

    4. The students posed for a group photo after finishing their science project.

    5. The waiter posed with the chef before they opened the restaurant.

  8. adjust

    #2208

    verb

    To change something slightly so it works better or feels more comfortable.

    1. Please adjust the chair so you can sit comfortably during the meeting.

    2. We adjusted the heating because the room became too warm.

    3. The teacher adjusted the lesson for students who needed more time.

    4. She adjusted her budget to afford the higher price at the supermarket.

    5. The doctor adjusted his medicine after hearing about the headaches.

  9. creative

    #2209

    adjective

    Having new and imaginative ideas, especially in art, design, or solving problems.

    1. She is very creative and always finds new ways to decorate her home.

    2. Our creative team designed a simple, attractive package for the new product.

    3. The teacher asked students to write a creative story about a mysterious journey.

    4. He made a creative meal from leftover vegetables, rice, and a little cheese.

    5. My friends planned a creative way to surprise me at the airport.

  10. nowadays

    #2210

    adverb

    at the present time, especially compared with the past

    1. Nowadays, many people work from home several days a week.

    2. Nowadays, students often use online resources to help with their homework.

    3. People nowadays are more careful about eating too much sugar.

    4. Nowadays, travelers usually book their flights and hotels online.

    5. It is easier to keep in touch with friends nowadays.

  11. poem

    #2211

    noun

    A piece of writing that uses lines and rhythm to express feelings or ideas.

    1. She read a short poem to us before dinner.

    2. My favorite poem describes the beauty of the sea.

    3. Our teacher asked us to write a poem about friendship.

    4. He memorized the poem and performed it at the school celebration.

    5. I bought a book of poems at the airport for my journey.

  12. agricultural

    #2212

    adjective

    Relating to farming, growing crops, or raising animals for food.

    1. The country needs better agricultural policies to support small farmers.

    2. She studied agricultural science at university and now works on a farm.

    3. The agricultural industry provides jobs for many people in this region.

    4. We visited an agricultural fair and tasted fresh local cheese.

    5. The drought caused serious agricultural damage across the southern farms.

  13. competitor

    #2213

    noun

    a person or team that competes against another person or team

    1. Our main competitor sells similar shoes at a lower price.

    2. She beat every competitor and won the school tennis tournament.

    3. The company is studying its competitors before launching a new product.

    4. He made friends with a competitor during the cooking competition.

    5. Each competitor received a medal after finishing the mountain race.

  14. alcohol

    #2214

    noun

    A chemical substance in drinks that can make people drunk.

    1. He does not drink alcohol because it makes him feel sick.

    2. You must be over eighteen to buy alcohol in this country.

    3. The doctor advised her to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

    4. We packed some alcohol-free drinks for the long train journey.

    5. Too much alcohol can damage your liver and affect your health.

  15. festival

    #2215

    noun

    an organized event with music, performances, food, or activities, usually held for several days

    1. Thousands of people attended the music festival in the city park.

    2. Our school holds a spring festival with games, food, and dancing.

    3. We tried traditional dishes at the local food festival.

    4. The film festival attracted directors and actors from around the world.

    5. The town celebrates its annual festival with a colorful parade.

  16. vegetable

    #2216

    noun

    A plant or part of a plant that people eat as food.

    1. We eat vegetables with dinner almost every night.

    2. Add some chopped vegetables to the soup before it boils.

    3. The school cafeteria serves fresh vegetables at lunchtime.

    4. I bought several vegetables at the market for the weekend.

    5. Eating more vegetables can help you stay healthy.

  17. van

    #2217

    noun

    A large road vehicle used to carry people, goods, or equipment.

    1. The delivery van brought our new sofa this morning.

    2. We rented a van to move into our new apartment.

    3. The school van picks up children near the park every afternoon.

    4. A repair van arrived quickly after our kitchen sink started leaking.

    5. Their band traveled across Europe in an old blue van.

  18. confident

    #2218

    adjective

    Feeling sure about your abilities, decisions, or actions.

    1. She felt confident about passing the driving test after several weeks of practice.

    2. He is confident that his team can finish the project on time.

    3. The confident student gave a clear presentation to the whole class.

    4. I felt more confident speaking English after chatting with travelers at the hostel.

    5. She looked confident in her new jacket while shopping with her friend.

  19. planet

    #2219

    noun

    A large round object that travels around a star, such as Earth around the Sun.

    1. Earth is the only planet known to support human life.

    2. Scientists are searching for planets that might have water and life.

    3. Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

    4. The spacecraft will travel past several planets during its long journey.

    5. People often imagine living on another planet in the future.

  20. curve

    #2220

    noun, verb

    A smoothly bending line or shape; to bend gradually in a smooth way.

    1. The road makes a sharp curve around the mountain before reaching the village.

    2. She drew a gentle curve across the paper with a blue pencil.

    3. The path curves around the lake and leads to the camping area.

    4. The doctor said the curve in his spine was mild and harmless.

    5. The river curves through the fields before it reaches the sea.

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