Upper-Intermediate English (2) • ADJECTIVES, ADVERBS • 'S'

collocation with shady adjective B2 informal, disapproving • synonyms: suspicious, dubious, corrupt • shady organizations/deals/networks/figures • work with/be linked to/fund shady organizations • freq in AmE: 7/10

groups or entities whose activities are secretive, suspicious, or potentially illegal; often associated with corruption, manipulation, or hidden agendas

adjective B2 • synonyms: homeless, abandoned, wandering • stray dog/cat/animal; rescue/feed/spot a stray • freq in AmE: 7/10

used to describe an animal that has no home or owner; often seen wandering alone or lost

adjective B2 informal, figurative • synonyms: expensive, excessive, unreasonable, high, over the top • a steep price/cost/fee/fine/increase; prices are getting steeper • freq in AmE: 8/10

(of prices, costs, or demands) unreasonably high; much more expensive or excessive than seems fair or expected

collocation with steep adjective B2 informal, figurative • synonyms: high cost, hefty price • pay/charge/ask a steep price; come at a steep price; steep price for something • steep price of failure/success/freedom • freq in AmE: 6/10

a very high cost, often implying excessiveness or emotional consequence. Used both in financial contexts and metaphorically to describe sacrifices, consequences, or burdens

collocation with stunning adjective B2 • synonyms: breathtaking scenery, spectacular vistas, panoramic views • stunning views of something; offer/enjoy/capture stunning views; someone wakes up to stunning views • freq in AmE: 7/10

(BEAUTIFUL) exceptionally beautiful or breathtaking visual scenes, often of landscapes, cityscapes, or natural surroundings; evokes admiration or awe