Communication Skills Vocabulary

noun a formal speech, especially one given as a defense or explanation

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• During his allocution, the defendant expressed remorse for his actions.
• The allocution part of the court hearing was when he apologized for what he did.
• He gave a real heartfelt allocution, man.
• Her allocution was like a weight lifted off her shoulders, finally speaking her truth.

noun a regretful acknowledgment of an offense or failure

• I would like to extend my sincerest apology for the inconvenience caused.
• I'm really sorry about what happened, it was totally my fault.
• My bad, I owe you an apology for messing up.
• I offer my apology as a gesture of reconciliation and goodwill.

adjective having the power to calm or soothe; soothing

• The therapist used assuasive techniques to calm the anxious patient.
• I find classical music to be quite assuasive when I'm feeling stressed.
• Dude, that herbal tea is so assuasive, it totally chills me out.
• His words were like an assuasive balm for her wounded soul.

noun a physical action of breaking a solid substance

verb to initiate conversation or social interaction in a situation where there is tension or awkwardness

• The host initiated a game to break the ice and help guests get to know each other.
• Let's tell some jokes to break the ice at the party.
• I always bring up my favorite TV show to break the ice with new people.
• His warm smile was enough to break the ice in any situation.

noun a situation or quality characterized by choppiness

adjective having a rough surface or appearance; uneven or irregular in motion

• The choppy waters made it difficult for the small boat to navigate.
• I don't like swimming in choppy water; it makes me feel uneasy.
• The waves were super choppy today, dude.
• Her thoughts were choppy and scattered, making it hard for her to focus.

noun a person who is cold-hearted

adjective describing someone who lacks empathy or compassion

• The judge described the defendant as a cold-hearted criminal with no remorse for his actions.
• She's known around town as the cold-hearted boss who never gives anyone a break.
• Don't bother trying to reason with him, he's just a cold-hearted jerk.
• Her icy glare and sharp words made her seem like a cold-hearted queen.

verb expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

adjective showing a tendency to complain

• She was constantly complaining about the lack of communication within the team.
• Stop complaining and just do something about it.
• Quit your whining and start taking action instead of complaining all the time.
• The storm clouds were like people complaining, dark and looming over everything.

adverb An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverbs. In this case, 'comprehensibly' is an adverb that describes how something is done in a comprehensible manner.

• The complex scientific theory was explained comprehensibly by the professor.
• The teacher broke down the math problem so we could understand it comprehensibly.
• The video tutorial made coding seem so easy, they explained it comprehensibly.
• Her emotions were so overwhelming that she couldn't speak comprehensibly.

verb to make someone uncertain or unable to understand something

• The complex instructions may confuse some of the new employees.
• I'm sorry, I didn't mean to confuse you with all the details.
• I was totally confused by his explanation, it made no sense.
• Her mixed signals really confuse me about where our relationship stands.

noun a substance in the form of a solid with a regular repeating pattern of molecules

adjective easily understood or seen through; transparent

adverb in a clear and transparent manner

• The instructions were crystal clear, leaving no room for confusion.
• The map he gave us was crystal clear, we won't get lost for sure.
• The message she sent was crystal clear, no need to overthink it.
• Her intentions were crystal clear, she had no hidden agenda.

noun a conversation between two or more people

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• The dialogue between the two countries was conducted with utmost diplomacy.
• Their dialogue was filled with awkward pauses and misunderstandings.
• I overheard their dialogue and it was juicy!
• The dialogue between the artist and the canvas resulted in a masterpiece.

verb to have or express a different opinion; to not be in agreement

• The two parties were vehemently disagreeing on the terms of the contract.
• They were constantly disagreeing about which movie to watch.
• They were beefing hard, always disagreeing on everything.
• Their opinions were like oil and water, constantly disagreeing with each other.

noun a conversation between two people, typically in a play or film

• The play featured a thought-provoking duologue between the two main characters.
• During the meeting, they had a long duologue about the project.
• I overheard a duologue between those two gossiping about their classmates.
• The duologue between the rain and the wind created a symphony of nature.

noun a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

adjective embarrassing

• The speaker felt a deep sense of embarrassment when he realized he had mispronounced a key word during the presentation.
• She turned bright red with embarrassment when she tripped and spilled her drink at the party.
• I was so embarrassed when I accidentally sent that text to the wrong person, it was cringeworthy.
• The company's scandal caused a wave of embarrassment among its employees and shareholders.

verb to understand and share the feelings of another

• It is important for healthcare professionals to empathize with their patients in order to provide the best care possible.
• I can empathize with how you must be feeling right now.
• I totally get where you're coming from, I can empathize with that.
• As a writer, I try to empathize with my characters to make them more relatable to readers.

noun the act of enunciating or speaking clearly

verb to pronounce words clearly and distinctly

• It is important to enunciate clearly when speaking in public.
• Can you enunciate that a bit more? I didn't catch what you said.
• Yo, you need to enunciate your words if you want people to understand you.
• Her actions enunciate her true intentions more than her words ever could.

verb to irritate or provoke someone to a high degree; to make someone very angry or frustrated

• Her constant complaints about the project deadlines began to exasperate the team members.
• I know his jokes can exasperate you sometimes, but try to take them lightly.
• Stop being so annoying, you're really exasperating me!
• The never-ending traffic jam seemed to exasperate time itself, dragging the day on endlessly.

adjective showing strong feelings of irritation or annoyance

• The teacher was exasperated with the students' lack of effort in completing the assignment.
• I could tell he was exasperated by the way he sighed and rolled his eyes.
• She was so exasperated with her boss that she almost walked out of the meeting.
• The constant noise from the construction site exasperated her like nails on a chalkboard.

noun a modest or low view of one's own importance or abilities, often feigned for politeness or to gain approval

• It is important to distinguish between genuine humility and false modesty in social interactions.
• Stop with the false modesty, we all know you're great at what you do.
• Don't front with that false modesty, you know you're killing it.
• Her false modesty was like a thin veil covering her true talent and abilities.

verb to handle or manipulate clumsily or ineffectively

adjective showing lack of skill or clumsiness

adverb in a clumsy or ineffectual manner

• The new employee was fumbling with the complex software during the training session.
• I saw him fumbling with his keys at the front door, he must have been in a rush.
• She was fumbling through her purse looking for her phone, it was a hot mess.
• The politician was fumbling with his words during the press conference, causing confusion among the audience.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

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

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

• I have been trying to get hold of the CEO for days to discuss the new project.
• I can't seem to get hold of my friend, she's not answering her phone.
• I finally managed to get hold of those concert tickets before they sold out.
• It's like trying to get hold of a slippery fish when dealing with that elusive client.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence; in this case, 'go' is a verb indicating movement or departure

adverb a word that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb; in this case, 'away' is an adverb indicating direction or distance from a particular place

• Please leave and go away from this premises immediately.
• Can you just go away and leave me alone?
• Hey dude, why don't you just go away and chill somewhere else?
• Negative thoughts, please go away and leave me in peace.

verb past tense of guard, meaning to protect or keep safe

adjective showing caution or carefulness in speech or action

• The castle was heavily guarded by armed soldiers.
• The entrance to the party was guarded by bouncers checking invitations.
• I saw the new security guard guarding the entrance like a hawk.
• She kept her emotions guarded, not wanting to show any vulnerability.

noun negative emotions towards someone

• It is important to address any hard feelings that may arise during negotiations in a professional manner.
• Let's talk it out and make sure there are no hard feelings between us.
• Don't worry, there are no hard feelings. We're all good.
• Sometimes it's necessary to let go of hard feelings in order to move forward in life.

noun a temporary pause or delay in action

• She spoke with hesitation as she carefully chose her words.
• He hesitated before answering the question.
• I ain't got no hesitation when it comes to making decisions.
• His hesitation was like a roadblock in the path to success.

noun a person who is easily angered or quick to lose their temper

• The hotheaded individual acted impulsively without considering the consequences.
• Don't be such a hothead and think before you speak.
• That hothead always blows up over the smallest things.
• His temper was like a wildfire, uncontrollable and fierce, earning him the nickname hothead.

verb to ask someone for something in a repeated or annoying way

adjective persistently demanding or insistent

• The persistent salesman continued to importune the potential client for a meeting.
• She always importunes me to go shopping with her on the weekends.
• Stop importuning me, I already said I'm not interested!
• The worries of life seem to importune her mind, never giving her a moment of peace.

adjective showing a lack of curiosity or interest; indifferent

• The incurious student showed little interest in the lecture.
• She's always been a bit incurious about other people's lives.
• He's so incurious, he never bothers to learn anything new.
• Her incurious nature kept her from exploring new opportunities.

noun the quality or state of being indecisive; inability to make a decision

• Her indecisiveness often led to delays in project completion.
• His indecisiveness is starting to drive me crazy.
• Stop being so wishy-washy, your indecisiveness is annoying.
• The indecisiveness of the weather made it difficult to plan outdoor activities.

adjective not clear or sharply defined

adverb in a way that is not clear or sharply defined

• The sound of the distant thunder was indistinct in the noisy city.
• I couldn't make out what she was saying, her words were indistinct.
• The music was so loud, the lyrics were totally indistinct.
• The painting was so abstract, the shapes were indistinct and blurry.

verb to make someone extremely angry or annoyed

• His constant lateness never failed to infuriate his colleagues.
• It really infuriates me when people talk loudly on their phones in public.
• When she found out he lied to her, it totally infuriated her.
• The way he ignored her feelings seemed to infuriate the storm within her.

adjective describing someone or something that is persistent and determined in demanding or insisting on something

• The insistent knocking on the door made me wonder who could be so persistent.
• She was insistent on getting her way no matter what.
• My mom is so insistent about me cleaning my room, it's annoying.
• The insistent rain tapped on the window, creating a soothing rhythm.

noun the quality of being intelligible; clear and easy to understand

• The intelligibility of the research findings was crucial for its acceptance in the scientific community.
• I couldn't understand a word he said, there was zero intelligibility in his explanation.
• The movie was so confusing, there was no intelligibility to the plot at all.
• The artist's abstract painting lacked intelligibility, leaving viewers puzzled about its meaning.

noun the act of interposing or the state of being interposed

verb to place or insert between one thing and another

• The mediator will interpose in the negotiation process to ensure a fair outcome for both parties.
• I had to interpose in the argument between my siblings to prevent it from escalating further.
• She always interposes herself in other people's business, it's so annoying.
• The clouds seemed to interpose between the sun and the earth, casting a shadow over the landscape.

adjective describes a sound that is strong and intense in volume

• The loud noise coming from the construction site is disrupting the neighboring businesses.
• I can't hear you over the loud music playing in the background.
• The party next door is so loud, it's lit!
• Her bold fashion choices speak louder than words, making a loud statement in the fashion industry.

verb to make something understandable or easy to perceive

• It is important to make clear the terms and conditions of the contract before signing.
• Let's make it clear that we need to leave by 5pm.
• I'll make it crystal clear that I won't tolerate any more excuses.
• Her actions make clear that she is not to be trusted.

verb to interpret or explain incorrectly; to fail to understand or interpret correctly

• It is important to clarify any potential misunderstandings in the contract before signing.
• I think you misunderstood what I meant by that joke.
• Don't trip, she just misunderstood your intentions.
• In the world of art, a piece that is open to interpretation may be easily misunderstood by some viewers.

noun the quality of being delicate or fine in character or appearance

• The architect paid close attention to every nicety in the design of the building.
• I appreciate all the little niceties you added to the party decorations.
• I love how you always add those little niceties to your cooking - it really makes a difference.
• The artist's use of light and shadow added a nicety to the painting that captured the viewer's attention.

adjective having no awareness, understanding, or memory of something

adverb in an oblivious manner

• She was completely oblivious to the changes happening around her.
• He walked around oblivious to the fact that his shirt was on inside out.
• She's so oblivious, she didn't even notice her phone was missing.
• The driver was oblivious to the road signs, leading to a wrong turn.

noun a type of angle that is greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees

adjective not quick or alert in perception, feeling, or intellect; not sensitive or observant; dull

• The student struggled to understand the obtuse angles in geometry class.
• I don't get why he's being so obtuse about the situation.
• Stop being so obtuse, just tell me what's really going on.
• Her obtuse behavior towards her friends eventually caused a rift in their relationship.

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

• She is known for being highly opinionated on political matters.
• My friend can be a bit too opinionated about which TV shows are the best.
• Don't listen to him, he's just a really opinionated dude.
• Her opinions are like a strong gust of wind, forceful and unyielding.

noun a sudden and violent display of emotion or reaction

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• The CEO's outburst during the meeting was unexpected and unprofessional.
• I couldn't believe the outburst my mom had when she found out I failed my test.
• His outburst was totally uncalled for, dude.
• Her emotions were like a volcanic outburst, erupting without warning.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

• The speaker delivered his message in plain speech so that everyone in the audience could easily understand.
• Just tell me in plain speech what you need me to do, I don't want any confusion.
• Stop beating around the bush and just talk to me in plain speech.
• Her plain speech was like a breath of fresh air in a room full of complicated jargon.

adjective Preoccupied is an adjective that describes someone who is completely absorbed in their thoughts or activities, often to the exclusion of everything else.

• She was preoccupied with the details of the upcoming project.
• He seemed preoccupied with something on his mind.
• She was too preoccupied to even notice what was going on around her.
• His mind was preoccupied with thoughts of the past.

noun a person who gives speeches or lectures to a group of people

• The public speaker delivered an informative speech at the conference.
• The public speaker really knew how to captivate the audience.
• That public speaker has some serious skills on the mic.
• As a public speaker, she was a beacon of inspiration for many.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

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

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

• The committee decided to conduct a thorough investigation to put to rights the financial discrepancies.
• I'll help you clean up your room and put everything to rights.
• Let's fix this mess and put it to rights before anyone notices.
• After the argument, they had a heart-to-heart conversation to put their relationship to rights.

verb to be given, presented with, or paid something

• The company will receive your application and review it thoroughly.
• I can't wait to receive my package in the mail!
• I'm hoping to receive some good news soon.
• She was finally able to receive closure after years of uncertainty.

verb to cause (someone) to remember something; to prompt someone to recall a past event or memory

• I just wanted to remind you about the upcoming meeting scheduled for tomorrow.
• Hey, just a quick reminder that we have plans this weekend.
• Just a heads up, don't forget about the party tonight.
• His actions remind me of a ticking time bomb, ready to explode at any moment.

noun a person, place, or thing

verb a word that expresses an action or a 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 is used to indicate definiteness or indefiniteness of a noun

• After a long absence, the company decided to return to their original headquarters.
• I can't wait to return to my favorite vacation spot next summer.
• Let's return to the party after grabbing some food.
• It's time for me to return to my roots and reconnect with my heritage.

noun A person who sells goods or services

• The salesman presented the new product line to the potential clients.
• The salesman showed off the new products to the customers.
• The salesman pitched the goods to the folks.
• The salesman was like a smooth-talking magician, selling dreams to the audience.

adjective A word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'self-assertive' describes a person who confidently expresses their opinions and stands up for themselves.

• She was known for being self-assertive in the boardroom, always standing up for her ideas.
• He's pretty self-assertive when it comes to picking the restaurant for lunch.
• Don't mess with her, she's one of the most self-assertive people I know.
• His self-assertive attitude was like a shield, protecting him from any doubts or criticisms.

noun a track or set of tracks that diverges from the main line

verb to divert or distract from the main topic or focus

• It is important to stay focused and not allow yourself to be sidetracked by minor details.
• Let's not get sidetracked by that side conversation and stick to the main topic.
• Don't let that drama sidetrack you from what you need to do.
• Her emotions sidetracked her from making rational decisions.

noun a musical term referring to a discordant or unpleasant sound

adjective describing something that is unpleasant or disagreeable

• The pianist hit a sour note during the concert.
• I think you hit a sour note with your joke, no one laughed.
• She always knows how to hit a sour note with her comments.
• The team's loss was a sour note in an otherwise successful season.

verb to explain something in a clear and detailed way, often by saying each letter or word separately

• Please spell out your full name for the record.
• Can you spell out how to get to the nearest gas station?
• I need you to spell out the plan for tonight's party.
• The artist's painting spells out a story of love and loss.

verb to inform on someone or reveal their wrongdoing

preposition used to indicate that someone has informed on someone else or revealed their wrongdoing

• I cannot tell on my coworker for making a mistake without concrete evidence.
• Don't worry, I won't tell on you for sneaking out of the party early.
• If you tell on me to the teacher, I'll never forgive you!
• Sometimes our conscience tells on us when we try to hide our mistakes.

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

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• It is important to always tell the truth in any situation.
• Hey, just tell the truth and everything will be fine.
• Dude, just spill the beans and tell the truth already.
• Sometimes it's hard to tell the truth when you're afraid of the consequences.

adjective describes someone who is slow to understand or think; stubborn or obtuse

• His thickheaded refusal to consider any other options led to the project's failure.
• I can't believe how thickheaded he is sometimes, always thinking he knows best.
• She's so thickheaded, she never listens to anyone else's opinions.
• The thickheadedness of his attitude blocked any chance of compromise.

verb to consider carefully before making a decision

adverb to do something with caution or hesitation

• Before making a decision, it is wise to think twice and consider all possible outcomes.
• If I were you, I would definitely think twice before agreeing to that deal.
• Dude, you better think twice before messing with him, he's not someone to mess with.
• When it comes to matters of the heart, sometimes it's best to think twice before letting your emotions take over.

noun the ability to comprehend or grasp the meaning of something

verb present participle of the verb 'understand', indicating the act of comprehending or realizing something

adjective showing empathy or tolerance towards others

• A deep understanding of the subject matter is essential for success in this field.
• I'm still trying to wrap my head around the concept, but I think I'm starting to get it.
• I finally have a good grasp on what's going on - it's all coming together now.
• Understanding is like a light bulb that illuminates the path to knowledge.

adjective describing someone or something that lacks emotion or shows little emotion

• Her unemotional response to the news surprised everyone in the meeting.
• He always comes across as unemotional, but I know he cares deep down.
• I can't believe she was so unemotional about winning the lottery!
• His unemotional demeanor was like a shield, protecting him from getting hurt.

adjective not genuine; fake or artificial

• Her ungenuine smile did not fool anyone at the business meeting.
• I can tell he's being ungenuine when he compliments me like that.
• Stop being so ungenuine, just be yourself.
• The painting looked beautiful from afar, but up close you could see the ungenuine brush strokes.

adjective describing someone who lacks insight or understanding

• The unperceptive student failed to notice the subtle hints in the text.
• She's so unperceptive, she didn't even realize I changed my hair color.
• Don't be so unperceptive, dude. Can't you see what's going on?
• His unperceptive view of the world limited his ability to see the bigger picture.

adjective describing someone who lacks consideration or thoughtfulness in their actions

• His unthoughtful actions caused a lot of inconvenience for the team.
• She can be so unthoughtful sometimes, forgetting important details.
• Stop being so unthoughtful, it's really annoying.
• The unthoughtful decision led to a chain of unfortunate events.

noun excessive wordiness or long-windedness in speech or writing

• The professor's verbosity made it difficult to follow his lecture.
• I couldn't understand what he was saying because of his verbosity.
• His verbosity was so annoying, I zoned out halfway through.
• Her verbosity was like a never-ending waterfall of words.

noun a literal blanket that is wet

• She always acts like a wet blanket at work, dampening the enthusiasm of the team.
• Don't be such a wet blanket, let's go out and have some fun!
• Stop being a wet blanket and just go with the flow.
• His negative attitude was like a wet blanket on the party, bringing everyone down.

noun a facial expression showing a lack of interest or understanding

• She greeted me with a blank stare, giving away no hint of her emotions.
• When I asked him about the project, he just gave me a blank stare.
• I told her the joke but all I got in return was a blank stare.
• The painting of the landscape seemed to be staring back at me with a blank stare.

adjective describing someone who speaks in a quiet, unclear, or muffled manner

• The speaker was criticized for being mumbly during the presentation.
• I couldn't understand what she was saying because she was being all mumbly.
• Why are you being so mumbly? Speak up!
• His mumbly demeanor made it hard for others to connect with him.

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

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

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

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

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

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

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

interjection a word or phrase used to express emotion or surprise

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• The comedian's witty jokes never failed to tickle the audience's funny bone.
• That meme always tickles my funny bone.
• His stand-up routine really tickled my funny bone.
• The clever wordplay in the poem tickled my funny bone.

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

verb to achieve the desired result or make a successful impression

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

article a word that is used to specify a noun, indicating the type of reference being made

• During the presentation, it is important to hit the right note to convey the company's message effectively.
• When giving a speech, make sure to strike the right note so the audience stays engaged.
• If you want to impress your date, you have to hit the right note with your outfit.
• The musician knew he had hit the right note when the audience erupted into applause.

verb to engage in a verbal dispute or disagreement in order to resolve a conflict or reach a decision

• During the debate, the two candidates tried to argue out their differences in policy.
• Let's sit down and argue out who should do the dishes tonight.
• I'm tired of arguing out this issue with you, let's just drop it.
• Sometimes it's necessary to argue out your feelings in order to move on.

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

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

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

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

article a word that is used to limit a noun, either definite (the) or indefinite (a/an)

• Before we move on to the next topic, let's put a pin in it and revisit this issue later.
• Let's just put a pin in it for now and come back to it when we have more time.
• Hey, let's put a pin in it and grab some lunch before we continue.
• When emotions run high, sometimes it's best to put a pin in it and revisit the conversation when everyone has calmed down.

noun a person who constantly asks for advice or help but always does the opposite of what they are told

• The individual consistently asks for advice but never takes it, making them an askhole.
• My friend is such an askhole, always asking for help but never following through.
• Don't be an askhole and waste everyone's time with your constant questions.
• The seminar was filled with askholes who kept interrupting the speaker with irrelevant queries.

noun a form of live theater in which the plot, characters, and dialogue of a game, scene, or story are made up in the moment

verb to create or perform spontaneously without preparation

• The actors used improv techniques to enhance their performance.
• We decided to do some improv games at the party for fun.
• I'm really into improv comedy, it's so hilarious!
• Learning to improvise in life can help you navigate unexpected challenges.

noun abbreviation for integrated circuit

• The IC design team is working on the new integrated circuit for the upcoming project.
• I heard the IC team is working on a cool new chip for the project.
• The IC crew is cooking up a fresh chip for the project.
• The IC team is the brains behind the operation, designing the circuit that powers everything.

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

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

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating manner, time, place, or degree.

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

• She tends to have a hard time understanding complex mathematical equations.
• I always have a hard time waking up early in the morning.
• He has a hard time wrapping his head around the new video game controls.
• They have a hard time letting go of past grudges.

noun a fear of public speaking

• Many people struggle with glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, especially in professional settings.
• I have a bit of glossophobia, so I try to avoid giving speeches whenever I can.
• Public speaking gives me major glossophobia vibes, I just can't handle it.
• Her glossophobia felt like a heavy weight on her shoulders, holding her back from speaking up in important situations.