English in Context Vocabulary: Online Shopping

Flashcards covering vocabulary related to online shopping and retail trends as presented in the English in Context 5 e-book transcript.

online shopping

Buying things on the internet at any time of day or night.

rapid

Happening very quickly or at a fast pace.

growth

A large increase in popularity or size.

convenience

The quality of being useful, easy, or helpful for a person's needs.

to shop around

To compare offers and prices from different places before making a purchase.

confidence

A feeling of trust in one's own abilities or the reliability of something.

to trust

To believe that someone is honest or that something is reliable.

enjoyable

Something that is pleasant or provides satisfaction.

excitement

A feeling of enthusiasm, eagerness, or great interest.

to order online

To request goods or services through the internet.

anticipation

A feeling of looking forward to a future event.

to handle

To touch or feel something with the hands, especially items that are delicate.

to try on

To put on clothing to check if it fits correctly.

efficient

Working quickly and effectively without making mistakes.

returns process

The procedure for sending back items to a shop, which is often designed to be user-friendly.

to suit sb.

When a color or style of clothing looks good on a specific person.

to compete (with)

The struggle for small shops to be as successful as big online retailers.

convenient

Matching someone's needs well or making a task easier, such as having good opening hours.

to make a comeback

To become popular or fashionable again after a period of absence.

auction

A sale where items are sold to the person who offers the highest price.

payment

The act of paying money for goods, often done using a credit card.

courier service

A delivery provider that increases the efficiency of buying and returning goods online.

delivery van

A vehicle used by postal services to transport packages to customers.

e-commerce

A large and growing industry focused on the online trade of goods.

face to face

In person; meeting someone directly rather than over the phone or online.

social interaction

The act of communicating and spending time with other people.

pollution

Harmful substances in the environment that can cause the sky to look grey.

addiction (to)

The state of being unable to stop a particular habit, such as shopping.

shopaholic

A person who is addicted to shopping and spends a lot of money on items like clothes.