GLOSSARY/ UNIT 8

 

Glossary with Examples

1. Steadily (adv) – In a constant, regular, and smooth way.

Example: She has been improving steadily since she started practicing every day.

2. With ease (phrase) – Easily; without difficulty.

Example: He solved the math problem with ease because he had studied a lot.

3. Messiness (noun) – The state of being untidy or disorganized.

Example: The messiness of her room made it hard to find anything.

4. Neat (adj) – Tidy and organized.

Example: His handwriting is very neat and easy to read.

5. Both (pronoun/determiner) – Refers to two things or people.

Example: I love both chocolate and vanilla ice cream.

6. Thoroughly (adv) – Completely and carefully.

Example: She cleaned the kitchen thoroughly, not missing a single spot.

7. Consumer affairs (noun) – Matters or services related to the rights and needs of customers.

Example: If you have a problem with a product, contact consumer affairs for help.

8. Faulty (adj) – Not working correctly; having a defect.

Example: The phone was returned because it was faulty.

9. Sloppy (adj) – Careless or messy.

Example: His project was sloppy, and he didn’t even check for spelling mistakes.

10. Path (noun) – A route or track; also used metaphorically for life directions.

Example: She chose a different path and became a musician instead of a lawyer.

11. Chance encounter (phrase) – A meeting with someone by accident or coincidence.

Example: Their friendship began after a chance encounter in a bookstore.

12. Lucky break (idiom) – A sudden piece of good luck.

Example: Getting that job was her lucky break in the film industry.

13. Wind up (phrasal verb) – To end up in a situation (often unexpected).

Example: He didn’t study and wound up failing the test.

14. Learn something the hard way (idiom) – To learn through a difficult experience.

Example: I learned the hard way that you shouldn’t leave your homework until the last minute.

15. Kick yourself (idiom) – To regret something you did or didn’t do.

Example: I forgot to submit my application on time, and now I’m kicking myself.