Adjectives
being the only one of its kind
unique
Some employees will probably work beyond retirement age. (likely)
Some employees are likely to work beyond retirement age.
She checks every email before leaving the office.
correct
coastline
the part of the land along the edge of the sea
Evidence:
Tom’s coat is on the chair, and his car is outside.
Which sentence fits best?
A) I suppose Tom might be at home.
B) I get the impression that Tom is at home.
C) There’s no way Tom is at home.
B) I get the impression that Tom is at home.
very silly or unreasonable
ridiculous
It’s possible that the meeting won’t finish on time. (might)
The meeting might not finish on time.
The delay was caused by lack of informations from the supplier.
incorrect (The delay was caused by lack of information from the supplier)
scenery
the attractive, natural things that you see in the countryside, such as mountains, valleys, rivers and forests
Evidence:
The restaurant is closed, the lights are off, and the sign says “Closed for renovation”.
Which sentence fits best?
A) I suppose the restaurant isn’t open today.
B) There’s no way the restaurant is open today.
C) I get the impression the restaurant might be open later.
B) There’s no way the restaurant is open today.
that makes you happy because you think it is useful or important
rewarding
I’m sure it will rain — look at those black clouds! (going to)
It’s going to rain.
There is few hope that the situation will improve this year.
incorrect (There is little hope that the situation will improve this year)
restorative
something that makes you feel better or more energetic if you are feeling tired or ill
Evidence:
She has missed three classes in a row and hasn’t replied to any messages.
Which sentence fits best?
A) I’d imagine she’s been busy recently.
B) I know for a fact that she’s stopped attending the course.
C) She’s clearly having some kind of problem.
C) She’s clearly having some kind of problem.
very strong and powerful
mighty
According to the schedule, the train will leave at 7:30. (due)
The train is due to leave at 7:30.
She added a little carrots to the soup to make it healthier.
incorrect (She added a few carrots to the soup to make it healthier)
soothing
making you feel calm
Evidence:
He’s been training every day for six months and just won three competitions.
Which sentence fits best?
A) I’d imagine he could be quite good at this sport.
B) I’m fairly certain that he’s extremely good at this sport.
C) I know for a fact that he’s the best athlete in the country.
B) I’m fairly certain that he’s extremely good at this sport.
lasting or taking too long and not interesting
tedious
I’m almost certain they won’t agree to the proposal.(definitely)
They definitely won’t agree to the proposal.
He only invited a handful of people, so more than fifty guests came.
incorrect ('a handful of' contradicts 'fifty')
biophilia
love of living things and nature, which some people believe humans are born with
Evidence:
She smiled politely during the meeting but avoided eye contact and didn’t say much.
Which sentence fits best?
A) I know for a fact that she disagreed with the decision.
B) I get the impression that she wasn’t happy with the decision.
C) There’s no way she supported the decision.
B) I get the impression that she wasn’t happy with the decision.