Vocabulary
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- with reason: Having a good or justifiable cause.
- on the other hand : Considering a different aspect of the matter; alternatively.
- let it show: To allow something to be visible or apparent.
- take on: To acquire a new characteristic
- at least: As a minimum
- rather than: More exactly; more correctly
- consists of: Is made up or composed of.
- on to: Toward something; forward
- as well as: Also; in addition to
- by no means: Certainly not; in no way.
- at the helm: In a position of control or leadership.
- in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
- at the moment: At this time; now
- like anything: Used to emphasize strong intensity or effort.
- in favor of: Expressing support or approval for someone or something.
- left out: To forget; omit
- for that matter: Used to emphasize that something is true or likely to happen, or to introduce a related point.
- dig into: To start eating food enthusiastically.
- between you and me: Said to show that the information is private or confidential.
- in depth: Thoroughly and carefully; in detail.
- anxiety: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that might happen, especially when the outcome is uncertain.
- essential: Extremely or most important and necessary
- mental: Concerning the mind
- embrace: Act of holding someone closely
- experience: Thing a person has done or that happened to them
- urge: A strong desire for something
- accurate: With no mistake or error; Correct
- executive: A senior manager in a business or organization
- doubt: Not being sure of something; lack of certainty
- fear: Unpleasant feeling caused by being aware of danger
- emotional: Causing, feeling, or appealing to the emotions
- psychology: The study of the mind and how it affects behavior
- complex: Group of buildings all used for the same purpose
- admit: To acknowledge that something is true or right
- quality: Feature associated with someone or something
- reflect: To indicate or be a sign of something
- function: Social event, or party such as a wedding
- bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
- therapeutic: Intended to make things (e.g. illness) better
- personality: Way someone is or reacts to life or other people
- path: Method of living leading to a particular result
- disguise: Change in appearance so you will not be noticed
- pledge: To make a promise; make an oath
- core: To take out the central section of a fruit
- subconscious: Occurring in the mind without direct thinking
- scientific: Concerning academic study of the physical world
- propaganda: (Use of) message that you want people to accept
- ostensibly: Apparently true or real, but probably not
- reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
- contempt: Extreme lack of respect; strong disapproval
- project: To predict what will happen in the future
- nuance: Small, not obvious difference in meaning, etc.
- scary: Causing fear; frightening
- mind: To be bothered or upset by something
- ironic: Funny because it is the opposite of the truth
- control: A device designed to operate a machine
- unfold: (Of a situation) to be told or revealed
- facial: Treatment to improve condition of the skin of face
- point: An item to be discussed
- basic: At the most important or easiest (beginner) level
- archive: To store things such as historical records
- question: To ask for or try to get information
- axis: A line about which a rotating body turns
- neuroscience: Scientific study of the nervous system
- disgust: Strong feeling of dislike for something
- paramount: More important/significant than all other things
- understand: To know the meaning of language, what someone says
- scientifically: In an manner that follows the rules of science
- discreet: Careful not to reveal secret/confidential matters
- theoretical: Concerning the unproved aspects of a subject
- limbic: Concerning or forming a limbus
- harmonious: Being compatible; working well together
- token: Flat, round piece of material used e.g. as coins
- lobe: Round part in body, e.g. some parts of brain
- distort: To change the shape, appearance, or sound
- critique: A review of the quality of a work
- repress: To keep (emotions) under control; restrict
- poetic: Imaginative, descriptive and often emotional
- frontal: Belonging to the forward part
- discrete: Separate; composed of distinct parts
- formative: Having a long-term effect; giving form or shape
- cauldron: Large metal container used for cooking over a fire
- psychoanalysis: Analysis of the mind or mental state
- automaton: Mechanical toy that imitates human, animal actions
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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Inside Out: Emotional Theory Comes Alive
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irene Hu posted on 2019/01/30Ever wonder how Pixar's Inside Out brings complex emotions to life? This video dives deep into the film's brilliant portrayal of emotion theory and psychology, helping you master advanced vocabulary related to feelings and the mind. You'll gain fantastic insights into emotional intelligence and cultural critiques, all while enjoying a fun film analysis!
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