Business Vocabulary

Ambiguous

having more than one possible meaning or being open to multiple interpretations

Ascertain

to find out, discover, or make certain of something through careful examination, investigation, or inquiry

Exacerbate

to make a bad situation, a problem, a disease, or a negative feeling worse or more severe

Rectify

to set right, fix a mistake, or make something that is wrong become correct or satisfactory

Curtail

to reduce, limit, or stop something before it is finished

Ostensible

means appearing or claiming to be true, real, or stated, but often hiding a different hidden reason or reality

Ubiquitous

to be widespread

Vacillate

to waver back and forth, hesitate, or be unable to make a firm choice between different opinions, courses of action, or values

Reticent

unwilling to speak about your thoughts, feelings, or personal affairs

Lucid

expressed clearly and easy to understand

Preclude

to stop something from happening or to make something impossible

Jeopardize

to put something or someone in danger, risk, or harm

Amend

to change, improve, or correct a text, law, document, or behavior

True

Pledge

a serious, formal promise or agreement to do, give, or support something

Barring

"except," "unless," or "except for" an unexpected event or delay

Fiducary

a person or organization legally and ethically bound to manage money or assets strictly for another person's benefit, putting the client's interests ahead of their own.

Recourse

turning to someone or something for help, safety, or a solution during a difficult or unpleasant situation

Rejuvenate

to make someone or something look, feel, or function as if young, fresh, or energetic again.