Business Success Vocabulary

noun a person who operates on a large scale or in a significant way

• The company is run by a big time operator with years of experience in the industry.
• That guy thinks he's a big time operator just because he drives a fancy car.
• Don't trust that big time operator, he's always looking out for himself.
• She may seem like a small town girl, but deep down she's a big time operator.

noun a highly successful, widely popular movie, play, or book

adjective of or pertaining to a highly successful, widely popular movie, play, or book

• The new movie released by the renowned director is expected to be a blockbuster at the box office.
• I heard the new superhero movie is going to be a total blockbuster!
• That movie was a total blockbuster! It had me on the edge of my seat the whole time.
• The new product launch was a blockbuster success, exceeding all sales expectations.

noun a large amount of something desirable or profitable

• The recent oil discovery in the region has led to a financial bonanza for the local economy.
• Finding that vintage car in the barn was a total bonanza!
• Scoring tickets to the concert was a real bonanza.
• Her unexpected promotion was a bonanza for her career.

noun a sudden or quick escape, typically from a group or situation

adjective denoting or relating to a breakaway

• The breakaway group formed their own committee to address the issue.
• The breakaway team decided to go their own way and work on the project separately.
• The breakaway crew ditched the main group and went off on their own adventure.
• Her breakaway from tradition was met with mixed reactions from her family.

noun A sudden and forceful escape from confinement or restraint

adjective Referring to something that is particularly successful or popular

• The company experienced a breakout in sales after implementing a new marketing strategy.
• Did you see the breakout performance by the rookie player last night?
• That party was a total breakout! We had so much fun.
• The artist's breakout album propelled them to stardom.

adjective describing or indicating the degree of effectiveness; producing a desired or intended result

• The new marketing strategy proved to be highly effective in increasing sales.
• Using a planner has been really effective in helping me stay organized.
• Dude, that new workout plan is so effective, I'm already seeing results!
• His words were like a weapon, cutting through the silence with an effective precision.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'exceptional' describes something that is extraordinary or outstanding.

• The student's exceptional performance in all subjects earned them a scholarship.
• She has an exceptional talent for playing the piano.
• That movie was exceptional, I couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
• His exceptional ability to see the bigger picture helped him excel in his career.

verb gerund or present participle form of the verb 'flourish', meaning to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way

adjective growing or developing in a healthy or vigorous way

• The economy of the country is flourishing due to successful government policies.
• The new bakery in town is really flourishing, they have the best pastries!
• Her online business is totally flourishing, she's making bank!
• The garden of ideas in his mind is flourishing with creativity and innovation.

noun wealth or riches

• She inherited a large fortune from her late grandmother.
• He was born into a family with a great fortune.
• I heard he made a fortune selling vintage clothes online.
• Sometimes we have to create our own fortune by taking risks.

noun profits obtained through investment or business activity

verb to obtain or acquire something desirable, typically through effort or work

• The company reported significant gains in revenue this quarter.
• I heard that Sarah has been making some serious gains at the gym.
• My gains from investing in that stock have been off the charts!
• Learning a new language can lead to gains in cognitive abilities.

adverb Greatly is an adverb that is used to modify or describe the action of a verb. It indicates the degree or extent to which something is done.

• The new technology has greatly improved efficiency in the workplace.
• I greatly appreciate all the help you've given me.
• I'm greatly looking forward to the concert this weekend.
• His words of encouragement greatly lifted my spirits.

adjective describing something that has been achieved through great effort or work

• She was proud of her hard earned savings after years of diligent work.
• I finally bought that car with my hard earned cash.
• I hustled for that promotion and now I'm enjoying my hard earned perks.
• The athlete's hard earned victory was celebrated by fans worldwide.

adjective determined to do something at any cost, even if it is reckless or extreme

• The CEO was hell bent on increasing profits for the company.
• He's hell bent on getting that promotion no matter what.
• She's been hell bent on getting revenge on her ex-boyfriend.
• The detective was hell bent on solving the case, no matter the obstacles.

noun the state or quality of being intent; earnestness

adjective having or showing a fixed purpose or intention

• The student listened with intentness during the lecture, taking notes diligently.
• She watched the movie with intentness, trying to catch every detail.
• He played the game with intentness, determined to win no matter what.
• The artist painted with intentness, pouring his emotions onto the canvas.

noun a person's religious or spiritual beliefs

verb to continue to believe in something or someone, especially when it is difficult to do so

• In times of uncertainty, it is important to keep faith in the principles of democracy.
• No matter what happens, just keep faith that everything will work out in the end.
• When things get tough, just keep the faith and trust that it will all be okay.
• Like a lighthouse in a storm, keeping faith can guide us through the darkest of times.

verb to impress or amaze someone greatly

adverb in a way that impresses or amazes greatly

• The candidate's impressive presentation skills really knocked dead the interview panel.
• Wow, you really knocked it dead with that presentation!
• She totally knocked it dead with her killer dance moves.
• His new book is expected to knock dead the critics and readers alike.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• The company was able to make a killing in the stock market with their latest investment.
• I heard that Sarah made a killing selling her old clothes online.
• I'm hoping to make a killing at the casino tonight.
• The author's new book is expected to make a killing in the literary world.

verb to become actual or real; to appear or come into existence

• Despite the economic challenges, the government is optimistic that the new infrastructure projects will materialize soon.
• I've been waiting for my promotion to materialize for months now.
• I didn't think our plans would actually materialize, but here we are.
• His dreams of becoming a professional athlete started to materialize after years of hard work and dedication.

noun a sum of money paid in exchange for a service or favor

• The payoff for completing the project on time was a substantial bonus.
• If we work hard, the payoff will be worth it in the end.
• I can't wait for the big payoff from this investment!
• Sometimes the payoff of taking risks is greater than playing it safe.

noun a successful, flourishing, or thriving condition, especially in financial respects; good fortune

• The government's economic policies aim to promote prosperity for all citizens.
• The new business venture is expected to bring prosperity to the local community.
• If you invest in that stock, you could be rolling in prosperity in no time.
• In the garden of life, kindness and gratitude are the seeds that bloom into prosperity.

adjective having or characterized by a strong focus or determination

adverb in a single-minded manner

• She was known for her single-minded focus on achieving her goals.
• He's so single-minded when it comes to video games, he can play for hours without taking a break.
• My boss is single-minded about hitting his sales targets, he won't let anything distract him.
• The detective had a single-minded determination to solve the case, no matter what obstacles came his way.

noun the ability to endure or persist over time

• The company's success can be attributed to its product's staying power in the market.
• I'm impressed by the staying power of this phone battery.
• That artist has serious staying power - they've been relevant for years.
• Her determination and resilience give her the staying power to overcome any obstacle.

noun a long, decisive step

verb to walk with long, decisive steps

• The CEO walked with purpose, taking long strides down the hallway.
• She was striding confidently towards the finish line.
• He was really striding it out on the dance floor last night.
• After facing many obstacles, she finally hit her stride in the new job.

adjective certain to be successful or effective; reliable

• The scientist claimed to have discovered a surefire method for detecting the presence of the rare mineral.
• If you follow this recipe exactly, you'll have a surefire way to impress your dinner guests.
• This new workout routine is a surefire route to getting ripped in no time.
• His charm and wit were his surefire weapons in winning over any crowd.

verb to maintain or support over a long period of time

adjective continuing for an extended period of time without interruption

• The company's sustained growth over the past year has impressed investors.
• She sustained a minor injury while playing soccer.
• I can't believe he sustained a hangover after only two drinks!
• His love for music sustained him through difficult times.

adjective not imagined or considered before; unexpected or surprising

• The discovery of a new species in the deep sea was undreamed of by scientists.
• Winning the lottery was undreamed of for him until it actually happened.
• Becoming a famous singer was undreamed of for her, but now she's living the dream.
• The level of success he achieved was undreamed of just a few years ago.

noun a physical activity of moving from one place to another on foot

verb to move by taking steps using one's feet

adverb in a manner that involves walking

preposition to move across or along on foot

• The CEO decided to walk over to the neighboring office to discuss the merger.
• Let's walk over to the park and have a picnic.
• I'm going to walk over to Sarah's house later to hang out.
• He always tries to walk over others to get what he wants.

noun a series of consecutive wins or successes

• The team's winning streak has boosted morale among the players and fans alike.
• The winning streak has got everyone hyped up!
• The team is on a serious winning streak right now!
• Her winning streak in negotiations is unmatched.

adverb In a meritorious manner; deserving praise or reward

• She was awarded meritoriously for her exceptional work in the field of science.
• He meritoriously earned a promotion for his hard work and dedication.
• They totally meritoriously aced that exam without even studying.
• The artist's painting was meritoriously praised for its unique style and creativity.

verb to earn a lot of money, to become wealthy

• The company's new investment strategy is expected to make bank in the next fiscal quarter.
• If you invest in that startup now, you could totally make bank in a few years!
• I heard that new rapper is about to drop a new album that's gonna make bank.
• She's been working hard on her side hustle and is finally starting to make bank.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a particular item or object, typically one of a specified type

• The team showed great determination from the off and went on to win the game.
• They knew they had a chance to win from the off, so they gave it their all.
• We knew we were in trouble from the off, but we tried to make the best of it.
• Her success was evident from the off, as she quickly rose to the top of her field.

noun a playing card with a single spot on it, ranked as the highest card in its suit in card games

verb to defeat someone easily or surpass them in a competition

preposition used to indicate removal or exclusion

• The company decided to ace out their competitors by offering a superior product.
• I'm going to ace out the competition with my new business idea.
• She totally aced out that test without even studying.
• His charisma and charm always seem to ace out any potential rivals in social situations.

verb to provide someone with information or instructions

adjective describing something that is currently in a good or optimal condition

preposition used to indicate location or position within something

• The athlete is currently in-form and performing exceptionally well.
• She's been in-form lately, scoring goals left and right.
• He's totally in-form right now, crushing it on the field.
• The team is in-form like a well-oiled machine, smoothly executing their plays.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word naming an attribute of a noun, such as sweet, red, or technical

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a particular item or object

• It is important to have your eyes on the prize and stay focused on your long-term goals.
• Don't lose sight of what you want to achieve, keep your eyes on the prize.
• Stay laser-focused on your goal, keep your eyes on the prize.
• In the race of life, always have your eyes on the prize and never lose sight of your dreams.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

• It is important to accept that change is a normal part of life.
• Sometimes we just have to accept that things don't always go as planned.
• You gotta accept that life can be unpredictable sometimes.
• Learning to accept that not everything is within our control can bring peace of mind.