Extended English Vocabulary Review

A collection of vocabulary flashcards to prepare for the exam.

Gantt Chart

Definition: A type of bar chart that represents a project schedule.

Synonyms: project timeline, schedule chart

Subsequent

Definition: Coming after something in time; following. Synonyms: following, next, ensuing

Feasibility

Definition: The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done.

Synonyms: practicability, viability, possibility

Ineffective

Definition: Not producing the desired effect.

Synonyms: inefficient, unproductive, weak

Medicare

A federal health insurance program in the US for people over 65.

Out of empathy

Definition: Because of understanding and sharing the feelings of another.

Synonyms: from compassion, due to sympathy

Offend

Definition: To cause someone to feel upset or annoyed. Synonyms: insult, upset, hurt

Gifted

Definition: Having exceptional talent or natural ability. Synonyms: talented, skilled, exceptional

Remain

Definition: To stay in the same place or condition. Synonyms: stay, continue, persist

Charged with an emotional

Definition: Full of strong feelings or emotions. Synonyms: emotional, intense

Commitment

Definition: A pledge or promise to do something. Synonyms: dedication, obligation, responsibility

Memorable

Definition: Worth remembering or easily remembered. Synonyms: unforgettable, remarkable, notable

Achieve

Definition: To successfully reach a goal or result. Synonyms: accomplish, attain, reach

Buy into

Definition: To accept and support a plan or idea. Synonyms: accept, embrace, support

Shortcomings

Definition: Faults or weaknesses that make someone or something less effective.

Synonyms: flaws, deficiencies, limitations

Demanding

Definition: Requiring much skill or effort.

Synonyms: challenging, tough, exacting

The talk of

Definition: Something or someone being widely discussed.

Synonyms: buzz, hot topic, center of attention

Respect

Definition: A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something.

Synonyms: esteem, regard, honor

Being held accountable

Definition: Being responsible for one’s actions or decisions.

Synonyms: being responsible, answerable

False politeness

Definition: Politeness that is not genuine.

Synonyms: insincerity, pretended manners

Prevailed

Definition: Proved more powerful or superior.

Synonyms: triumphed, dominated, succeeded

Better off

Definition: In a more desirable or improved condition. Synonyms: improved, more fortunate

Start from scratch

Definition: To begin from the very beginning.

Synonyms: begin anew, start over

Accomplish

Definition: To achieve or complete successfully. Synonyms: achieve, complete, fulfill

Aspiring

Definition: Having ambitions to achieve something. Synonyms: ambitious, striving

Bunch

Definition: A group of things or people.

Synonyms: group, collection, cluster

Milestone

Definition: A significant stage or event in development. Synonyms: landmark, turning point, achievement

Scope

Definition: The extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with.

Synonyms: range, extent, coverage

The bully

Definition: A person who uses strength or power to harm or intimidate others.

Synonyms: intimidator, tormentor

The leader

Definition: A person who leads or commands a group. Synonyms: chief, head, guide

The maverick

Definition: An independent-minded person.

Synonyms: nonconformist, rebel, individualist

The team leader

Definition: A person in charge of a group working together.

Synonyms: manager, coordinator

The workaholic

Definition: A person who compulsively works hard and long hours.

Synonyms: overworker, obsessive worker

Burn out

Definition: To become exhausted from overworking. Synonyms: break down, collapse, fatigue

Set in

Definition: To begin and seem likely to continue. Synonyms: begin, take hold, start

Pull together

Definition: To work together cooperatively.

Synonyms: cooperate, unite, team up

Passing the buck

Definition: Shifting responsibility to someone else. Synonyms: blaming others, avoiding responsibility

Get in well with

Definition: To have a good relationship with someone. Synonyms: get along, build rapport

Let me down

Definition: To disappoint someone.

Synonyms: disappoint, fail

Pull his weight

Definition: To do one’s fair share of work.

Synonyms: contribute, do one’s part

Take it easy

Definition: To relax and not stress.

Synonyms: relax, chill out, rest

Meet the deadline

Definition: To complete something on time.

Synonyms: finish on time, deliver on time

Reach the next milestone

Definition: To hit the next important stage or goal. Synonyms: make progress, achieve goal

Establish a timeframe

Definition: To set a time period for something. Synonyms: set schedule, define limits

Set out targets

Definition: To define goals or objectives.

Synonyms: outline goals, establish objectives.

Achieve our targets

Definition: To succeed in meeting goals.

Synonyms: reach goals, succeed

Fix a date

Definition: To choose and set a date.

Synonyms: schedule, set a time

Miss my deadline

Definition: To fail to meet a deadline.

Synonyms: be late, fail to deliver

Stick to the budget

Definition: To not spend more than planned.

Synonyms: stay within costs, not overspend

Appraisal interview

Definition: A meeting to discuss performance at work. Synonyms: evaluation, performance review

Hectic

Definition: Full of activity, or very busy and fast. Synonyms: chaotic, frantic, busy

Loner

Definition: A person who prefers not to associate with others.

Synonyms: introvert, outsider, individualist

Aggressive

Definition: Ready or likely to attack or confront. Synonyms: hostile, pushy, forceful

Anxious

Definition: Experiencing worry or nervousness. Synonyms: worried, nervous, uneasy

Charismatic

Definition: Exercising a compelling charm which inspires devotion.

Synonyms: charming, magnetic, captivating

Confident

Definition: Feeling or showing certainty.

Synonyms: self-assured, secure, bold

Cooperative

Definition: Willing to work together.

Synonyms: collaborative, helpful, team-oriented

Decisive

Definition: Able to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Synonyms: firm, determined, resolute

Easy-going

Definition: Relaxed and tolerant in attitude.

Synonyms: laid-back, relaxed, casual

Friendly

Definition: Kind and pleasant.

Synonyms: nice, kind, amiable

Helpful

Definition: Giving or ready to give help.

Synonyms: supportive, useful, cooperative

Impatient

Definition: Having a tendency to be quickly irritated. Synonyms: restless, eager, hasty

Independent

Definition: Having a tendency to be quickly irritated. Synonyms: restless, eager, hasty

Individual

Definition: A single human being as distinct from a group.

Synonyms: person, being, entity

Motivating

Definition: Providing someone with a reason to act. Synonyms: inspiring, encouraging, stimulating

Obsessive

Definition: Thinking too much about something. Synonyms: fixated, compulsive, fanatical

Over-critical

Definition: Excessively finding fault.

Synonyms: harsh, judgmental, fault-finding

Single-minded

Definition: Concentrating on only one aim.

Synonyms: focused, determined, committed

Stressed

Definition: Experiencing mental or emotional strain. Synonyms: anxious, tense, overwhelmed

Unpredictable

Definition: Not able to be predicted.

Synonyms: erratic, uncertain, unstable

Due to

Definition: Because of.

Synonyms: because of, as a result of, owing to

Finally

Definition: After a long time, typically after a delay. Synonyms: at last, eventually, in the end

For example

Definition: Used to introduce something chosen to illustrate or explain.

Synonyms: e.g., such as, like

Moreover

Definition: In addition to what has been said.

Synonyms: furthermore, also, besides

Next

Definition: Immediately following in time or order. Synonyms: then, after, subsequently

Overall

Definition: Taking everything into account.

Synonyms: generally, in general, all in all

Therefore

Definition: For that reason; consequently.

Synonyms: thus, as a result, hence

To sum up

Definition: To summarize.

Synonyms: in conclusion, briefly, to conclude

To merged

Definition: To combine or cause to combine to form one. Synonyms: join, unite, blend

Downshift

Definition: To reduce workload or simplify lifestyle. Synonyms: slow down, simplify, ease off

Turn down

Definition: To reject or refuse something.

Synonyms: decline, refuse, reject