#2 News English
competition (n.) : a situation in which people or organizations compete with each other for something that not everyone can have There is now intense competition between schools to attract students. We are in competition with four other companies for the contract. eager (adj.) : very interested and excited by something that is going to happen or about something that you want to do She is eager for her parents' approval. Everyone in the class seemed eager to learn. confident (adj.) : feeling sure about your own ability to do things and be successful The teacher wants the children to feel confident about asking questions when they don't understand. Beneath his confident and charming exterior, lurked a mass of insecurities. balance (n.) : a situation in which different things exist in equal, correct or good amounts This newspaper maintains a good balance in its presentation of different opinions. Tourists often disturb the delicate bal...
