Objective Proficiency p 29. Keys and Vocabulary

Ex 4


Unapologetic: /ˌʌnəˌpɒləˈdʒetɪk/ not saying that you are sorry about something, even in situations in which other people might expect you to. E.g The driver was unapologetic about his bad behaviour. Adv: unapologetically



a. unpredictable




b. undeniable




c. unconscious





d. insignificant




e. irreplaceable




f. inexhaustible
Inexhaustible: /ˌɪnɪɡˈzɔːstəbl/ that cannot be exhausted (= finished); very great. E.g. An inexhaustible supply of good jokes. Her energy is inexhaustible.





g. unassertive / non-assertive
Assertive: /əˈsɜːtɪv/ expressing opinions or desires strongly and with confidence, so that people take notice. E.g. You should try and be more assertive. Assertive behaviour. Unassertive:  not assertive. Liz is a very unassertive type of person.




Tricky: difficult to do or deal with. E.g. A tricky situation.





h. inconclusive
inconclusive: /ˌɪnkənˈkluːsɪv/ not leading to a definite decision or result. E.g. inconclusive evidence/ results/ tests. Inconclusive discussions. A coalition government was formed following an inconclusive general election.