Lingo

Interaction

37 Words

19m

bargain
1.
bar
gain
Verb

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

The customers decided to bargain with the vendor to get a better price for the antique furniture.

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dispute
2.
dis
pute
Verb

to argue with someone, particularly over the ownership of something, facts, etc.

The two colleagues started to dispute the best approach to solving the project's challenges.

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demand
3.
de
mand
Verb

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

The workers decided to demand higher wages and better working conditions during the negotiations.

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reproach
4.
rep
roach
Verb

to blame someone for a mistake they made

Disappointed by his actions, she couldn't help but reproach her brother for neglecting his responsibilities.

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convince
5.
con
vince
Verb

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

I tried to convince my friend to join the hiking trip by highlighting the beautiful scenery and adventure it would offer.

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network
6.
network
Noun

a number of interconnected electronic devices such as computers that form a system so that data can be shared

The company upgraded its computer network to improve communication among employees.

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associate
7.
a
sso
ciate
Verb

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

Many people associate the smell of freshly baked cookies with warmth and home.

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transmit
8.
trans
mit
Verb

to send or convey something from one person or place to another

With modern technology, it's easy to transmit photographs instantly from a smartphone to a computer..

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confer
9.
confer
Verb

to give an official degree, title, right, etc. to someone

The university will confer degrees upon the graduating students during the commencement ceremony.

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inform
10.
in
form
Verb

to give information about someone or something, especially in an official manner

The teacher informed the students about the upcoming exam schedule and its format.

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recount
11.
re
count
Verb

to describe an event, experience, etc to someone in a detailed manner

The historian chose to recount the tale of the ancient civilization's rise and fall.

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prescribe
12.
pre
scribe
Verb

(of a healthcare professional) to tell someone what drug or treatment they should get

After the check-up, she prescribed a new medicine for my cough.

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address
13.
add
ress
Noun

the place where someone lives or where something is sent

He memorized his girlfriend's address by heart.

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converse
14.
con
verse
Verb

to engage in a conversation with someone

During the event, people gathered to converse about various topics of interest.

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enlighten
15.
en
ligh
ten
Verb

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the impact of climate change on the planet.

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protest
16.
pro
test
Verb

to show disagreement by taking action or expressing it verbally, particularly in public

Employees decided to protest the unfair working conditions by organizing a strike.

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plead
17.
plead
Verb

to make an earnest and emotional request, often accompanied by a strong sense of urgency or desperation

He pleaded with his boss to reconsider the decision to terminate his employment.

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propose
18.
pro
pose
Verb

to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

He proposed a new strategy for increasing productivity during the team meeting, outlining specific steps for implementation.

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clamor
19.
cla
mor
Noun

a loud, harsh, and often unpleasant noise

The clamor of the factory machines made it hard to think.

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notify
20.
no
ti
fy
Verb

to officially let someone know about something

The school will notify parents in advance of any changes to the academic calendar.

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cajole
21.
ca
jole
Verb

to persuade someone to do something through insincere praises, promises, etc. often in a persistent manner

She tried to cajole her friend into joining her for the weekend getaway with promises of a relaxing time.

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supplicate
22.
supp
li
cate
Verb

to ask or request humbly and earnestly, typically in a religious or devotional context

She supplicated for guidance before making her decision.

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recommend
23.
re
co
mmend
Verb

to suggest to someone that something is good, convenient, etc.

She regularly recommends this book to anyone interested in history.

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caution
24.
cau
tion
Verb

to warn someone of something that could be difficult or dangerous

The doctor cautioned the patient about the potential side effects of the medication.

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relay
25.
re
lay
Verb

to pass on information or messages from one place or person to another

The receptionist relayed the important message to the manager as soon as it came in.

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quarrel
26.
qua
rrel
Verb

to have a serious argument

The married couple quarreled over household responsibilities, leading to a discussion about balancing chores.

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plea
27.
plea
Noun

(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation

The defendant entered a plea of not guilty to the charges.

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inquiry
28.
inq
ui
ry
Noun

an act of seeking information through questioning

Her inquiry about the job opening was met with a prompt response from the HR department.

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correspondence
29.
co
rres
pon
dence
Noun

(mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane

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intercourse
30.
int
er
course
Noun

the exchange of thoughts, information, or communication between people

The frequent intercourse between the two departments led to improved collaboration and efficiency.

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behest
31.
be
hest
Noun

an official or urgent request issued by someone, typically one in authority

At the king's behest, the knights embarked on a quest to find the lost treasure.

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petition
32.
pe
ti
tion
Verb

to write and submit an official written document

Last year, the citizens petitioned the local government to improve public transportation.

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plea
sant
ry
Noun

a polite, casual, an typically friendly remark or exchange

They exchanged pleasantries before diving into the main topic of the meeting.

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telecommunication
34.
te
le
co
mmu
ni
ca
tion
Noun

(often plural) the branch of electrical engineering concerned with the technology of electronic communication at a distance

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admission
35.
ad
mi
ssion
Noun

a patient accepted into and allowed to use the services of a medical facility

The hospital reported fifty new admissions this week.

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banter
36.
ban
ter
Verb

to engage in light, playful, and teasing conversation or exchange of remarks

Friends often banter about each other's quirks and habits, creating a lighthearted and enjoyable environment.

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admonition
37.
ad
mo
ni
tion
Noun

a serious and heartfelt warning

Despite his father's repeated admonitions, he ventured into the dark forest alone.

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