English Expressions
100s of words and phrases for ESL learners or others wishing to improve their vocabulary. Teachers: select cards to create vocabulary sets.
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Light-hearted
More examples: The party had a lighthearted atmosphere, filled with laughter and cheerful conversations. His lighthearted jokes helped ease the tension in the meeting. Despite the stressful situation, she maintained a lighthearted attitude and kept everyone smiling. By the way, the hyphen is optional.
Intricate
Intricate means COMPLEX. It has a positive meaning, as you can see in the examples here. More examples: The jeweler designed an intricate necklace with tiny gemstones embedded in delicate patterns. His explanation of quantum physics was so intricate that most of the audience struggled to keep up. The watchmaker carefully repaired the intricate mechanism of the antique timepiece. The novel’s plot was intricate, weaving together multiple storylines that eventually converged in an unexpected twist. She spent hours solving the intricate puzzle, admiring the complexity of its design.
Heavenly
HEAVENLY is an easy word to use and understand. It just means "wonderful". More examples: After a long day, sinking into a warm bath felt absolutely heavenly. The fragrance of jasmine in the garden was simply heavenly at night. Listening to classical music on a rainy afternoon felt like a heavenly escape. The spa treatment was so relaxing that it felt like a heavenly experience.
Insight
INSIGHT means valuable understanding of something. We can also use INSIGHTS to mean something like "tips". It can be used as a countable OR uncountable noun. More examples: Her documentary provides deep insights into the struggles of refugees. Through meditation, she gained profound insights about herself. The coach’s insight into the team’s weaknesses helped them improve significantly. The scientist’s latest discovery gave new insight into the mysteries of the universe.
Intricate
Intricate means COMPLEX. It has a positive meaning, as you can see in the examples here. More examples: The jeweler designed an intricate necklace with tiny gemstones embedded in delicate patterns. His explanation of quantum physics was so intricate that most of the audience struggled to keep up. The watchmaker carefully repaired the intricate mechanism of the antique timepiece. The novel’s plot was intricate, weaving together multiple storylines that eventually converged in an unexpected twist. She spent hours solving the intricate puzzle, admiring the complexity of its design.
Insight
INSIGHT means valuable understanding of something. Note that it can be used as a countable OR uncountable noun. More examples: Her documentary provides deep insights into the struggles of refugees. Through meditation, she gained profound insights about herself. The coach’s insight into the team’s weaknesses helped them improve significantly. The scientist’s latest discovery gave new insight into the mysteries of the universe.
Capital
Capital is a business word. It means money that is used for investment or business. More examples: The company raised capital through a combination of bank loans and private investors. Many startups struggle to secure enough capital to cover their initial expenses. He invested a significant amount of capital in the stock market but lost most of it during the recession. Governments often provide incentives to businesses that reinvest their capital in local economies. Expanding the factory will require additional capital, so the board is considering issuing new shares.
Prevalent
PREVALENT = found everywhere, adj. /prɛv(ə)lənt/ Unhealthy eating habits are prevalent among teenagers due to the easy availability of fast food. Corruption remains prevalent in many developing countries despite efforts to combat it. Smartphones have become prevalent in modern society, with almost everyone owning one. Malaria is still prevalent in certain tropical regions, posing a major health risk. Misinformation is prevalent on social media platforms, making it hard to verify facts.