Vocabulary Expansion Lecture Notes

Introduction

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• Title: "The Mother of All Vocabulary Videos"
• Focus: Learn 250 advanced vocabulary words with pictures.
• Emphasis on visual learning.

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Vocabulary Enhancement

• Aim: Expand vocabulary to sound more intelligent.
• Mention of Vocabulary Expansion Challenge course with special pricing.
• Contains various methods for vocabulary expansion with videos and audios.

Picture Categories and Vocabulary

Category 1: Emotions

1. Angry
   • Alternatives: Enraged, Furious, Livid.
   • Example Sentences:
     • "Tom became enraged..."
     • "He was already furious..."
     • "The agent’s response made him more livid."
2. Sad
   • Alternatives: Melancholy, Glum, Sorrowful.
3. Fireworks Reaction
   • Alternatives: Mesmerising, Captivating, Spellbinding.
4. Grumpy
   • Alternatives: Crabby, Cranky.
5. Happy
   • Alternatives: Cheery, Elated, Gleeful.
6. Afraid
   • Alternatives: Fearful, Alarmed, Rattled.
7. Upset
   • Alternatives: Distressed, Agitated, Unsettled.

Category 2: Traits

1. Friendly
   • Alternatives: Sociable, Tender, Affable.
2. Boring
   • Alternatives: Dull, Drab, Tedious.
3. Energetic
   • Alternatives: Frisky, Lively, Spirited.
4. Mean
   • Alternatives: Bitter, Disgruntled, Venomous.
5. Brave
   • Alternatives: Courageous, Gallant, Daring.
6. Likeable
   • Alternatives: Revered, Enviable, Admirable.
7. Funny
   • Alternatives: Amusing, Hilarious, Comical.

Category 3: Sensations

1. Tired
   • Alternatives: Bleary-eyed, Weary, Groggy.
2. Hungry
   • Alternatives: Famished, Peckish, Ravenous.
3. Ill
   • Alternatives: Nauseous, Queasy, Feverish.
4. Confused
   • Alternatives: Befuddled, Foggy, Baffled.

Category 4: Colors

1. Black
   • Alternatives: Inky, Raven, Onyx.
2. Red
   • Alternatives: Crimson, Scarlet, Ruby.
3. Blue
   • Alternatives: Sapphire, Denim, Navy.
4. White
   • Alternatives: Cream, Pearl, Off-white.
5. Yellow
   • Alternatives: Canary, Amber, Buttery.
6. Brown
   • Alternatives: Cinnamon, Ochre, Khaki.
7. Green
   • Alternatives: Emerald, Olive, Jade.

Category 5: Textures

1. Soft
   • Alternatives: Downy, Velvety, Silky.
2. Rough
   • Alternatives: Rutted, Bumpy, Pitted.
3. Smooth
   • Alternatives: Sleek, Glassy, Polished.
4. Sharp
   • Alternatives: Jagged, Pointed, Bristled.
5. Bubbly
   • Alternatives: Effervescent, Frothy, Foamy.
6. Liquid
   • Alternatives: Flowing, Runny, Fluid.
7. Sticky
   • Alternatives: Gooey, Syrupy, Tacky.

Category 6: Age and Time

1. Young
   • Alternatives: Adolescent, Youthful, Juvenile.
2. Old
   • Alternatives: Elderly, Getting on.
3. New
   • Alternatives: Pristine, Mint, Fresh.
4. Modern
   • Alternatives: Present-day, Current, Contemporary.

Category 7: Speed

1. Fast
   • Alternatives: Nimble, Agile, Swift.
2. Relaxed
   • Alternatives: Easygoing, Carefree, Unhurried.

Category 8: Weather

1. Rainy
   • Alternatives: Drizzly, Showery, Damp.
2. Stormy
   • Alternatives: Inclement, Raging, Turbulent.
3. Windy
   • Alternatives: Blustery, Breezy, Gusty.
4. Hot
   • Alternatives: Blazing, Blistering, Sweltering.
5. Cold
   • Alternatives: Frigid, Biting, Piercing.

Category 9: Taste and Flavour

1. Sweet
   • Alternatives: Treacly, Sugary, Sickly.
2. Salty
   • Alternatives: Briny, Brackish, Saline.
3. Bitter
   • Alternatives: Harsh, Astringent, Acrid.
4. Sour
   • Alternatives: Acidic, Sharp, Tangy.
5. Creamy
   • Alternatives: Rich, Milky, Luscious.
6. Spicy
   • Alternatives: Hot, Peppery, Fiery.

Category 10: Appearance

1. Tall
   • Alternatives: Gangly, Lanky, Long-legged.
2. High
   • Alternatives: Soaring, Towering, Lofty.
3. Small
   • Alternatives: Petite, Tiny, Wee.
4. Thin
   • Alternatives: Lean, Scraggly, Slim.
5. Wide
   • Alternatives: Broad, Spacious, Vast.
6. Narrow
   • Alternatives: Slender, Tight, Cramped.
7. Attractive
   • Alternatives: Alluring, Enticing, Glamorous.
8. Dirty
   • Alternatives: Dishevelled, Grimy, Grubby.
9. Plain
   • Alternatives: Ordinary, Simple, Conventional.
10. Ugly
    • Alternatives: Unsightly, Unattractive, Displeasing.

Conclusion

• Summary of the 250 new words learned during the lecture.
• Encourage downloading the free ebook, which has exercises.
• Mention of the Vocabulary Expansion Challenge offer, encouraging further improvement of vocabulary skills.
• Connect on social media and website for pronunciation tools and additional resources.