Career — English Vocabulary
20 essential words about career in the live bank, with meanings and examples. Open any word for its full page.
negotiation /nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃən/ noun B2
A formal discussion between people or groups trying to reach an agreement, in which each side gives up something.
Example: The negotiation lasted six hours.
delegate /ˈdelɪɡət/ verb / noun B2
To give a job or task to someone else, especially a person below you in an organization; a person chosen to represent a group at a meeting or conference.
Example: Good managers delegate tasks.
priority /praɪˈɒrəti/ noun B2
The most important thing that must be done or dealt with before others; the right to be done first.
Example: Safety is our top priority.
organize /ˈɔːrɡənaɪz/ verb B2
To arrange or plan things in a system or order; to plan and manage an event or group.
Example: She organized the conference.
motivate /ˈməʊtɪveɪt/ verb B2
To make someone want to do something and feel enthusiastic about it; to be the reason behind an action.
Example: Good teachers motivate their students.
analyze /ˈænəlaɪz/ verb B2
To examine something carefully in detail to understand it — breaking it into parts to see how it works.
Example: We analyzed the sales data.
solve /sɒlv/ verb B2
To find an answer or a way of dealing with a problem, puzzle, or mystery.
Example: We solved the problem together.
inspire /ɪnˈspaɪər/ verb B2
To give someone the enthusiasm, ideas, and confidence to do something creative or good; to be the source of an idea.
Example: Her story inspired thousands.
present /prɪˈzent/ verb B2
To show or offer something to people formally; to give a talk explaining ideas; to introduce a show or a person. (The noun 'a present' means a gift; the adjective means here/now.)
Example: She presented the results to the board.
consult /kənˈsʌlt/ verb B2
To ask a person (especially an expert) for advice or information; to look at a book or source for information; to discuss with others before deciding.
Example: Consult a doctor if pain continues.
resume /rɪˈzjuːm/ (noun: /ˈrezəmeɪ/) noun B2
A short document listing your education, skills, and work experience, used when applying for jobs. (US word; the UK uses CV.)
Example: Send your resume with the application.
promotion /prəˈməʊʃən/ noun B2
A move to a higher, better-paid position at work; also, activities to advertise something.
Example: She got a promotion to team leader.
deadline /ˈdedlaɪn/ noun B2
The time or date by which something must be finished.
Example: The deadline for applications is Friday.
colleague /ˈkɒliːɡ/ noun B2
A person you work with, especially in a professional job.
Example: My colleagues helped me finish the project.
contract /ˈkɒntrækt/ noun B2
A formal written agreement between two people or companies that the law can enforce.
Example: They signed a two-year contract.
project /ˈprɒdʒekt/ noun B2
A planned piece of work with a goal and an end, done by a person or a team.
Example: Our team finished the project early.
position /pəˈzɪʃən/ noun B2
A job or role in a company; also the place where something is, or your opinion on an issue.
Example: She applied for a teaching position.
employer /ɪmˈplɔɪər/ noun B2
The person or company that pays people to work for them.
Example: Her employer offers free health insurance.
candidate /ˈkændɪdət/ noun B2
A person who is applying for a job or being considered for a position; also a person trying to be elected.
Example: We interviewed five candidates for the job.
qualification /ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun B2
A skill, degree, or experience that makes you suitable for a job; an official record of passing an exam.
Example: A teaching qualification is required.