Economic Vocabulary

adverb At most is an adverb phrase that indicates the maximum limit or extent of something.

preposition At is a preposition that indicates a specific location or point in time, and most is used to show the superlative degree.

• The project must be completed in two weeks at most.
• You have to finish your homework in an hour at most.
• I can only wait for you for 10 minutes at most.
• His patience can last for a few more days at most.

verb to declare (a person or organization) as unable to pay outstanding debts

adjective having been declared in law unable to pay outstanding debts

• The company declared bankruptcy after years of financial struggle.
• I heard that they went bankrupt and had to close down the business.
• They were so broke, they ended up going bust.
• His reckless behavior left him morally bankrupt.

adjective meaning plentiful; abundant

• The region is known for its bountiful harvests of wheat and barley.
• My grandmother's garden is always bountiful with fresh vegetables.
• The party was bountiful with free food and drinks.
• Her heart was bountiful with love for all creatures big and small.

noun the invention or creation of a new word or phrase

• The historian studied the origins of ancient coinage in different civilizations.
• I found a cool coinage from the 1800s at the antique store.
• I'm broke, can you spare some coinage for lunch?
• His innovative coinage of new phrases caught the attention of many readers.

noun A flat, typically round piece of metal with an official stamp, used as money

verb To invent or devise (a new word or phrase)

• The vending machine only accepts exact change in coins.
• Can you spare a coin for the parking meter?
• I found a rare coin at the flea market that's worth a lot.
• Every decision we make is like flipping a coin, with two possible outcomes.

noun The act of consuming or using up something.

verb Engaging in the act of eating or using up a resource.

adjective Describing something that requires a lot of time, energy, or attention.

• Consuming excessive amounts of sugar can lead to various health issues.
• Eating too much junk food is consuming my energy levels.
• I can't believe I consumed that entire pizza by myself!
• The task at hand is consuming all of my time and energy.

verb to make someone feel very unhappy or without hope

• The economic downturn has the potential to depress consumer spending.
• I always feel a bit down and depress when it rains.
• She's been feeling really blue and depress lately.
• The constant negativity from her friends began to depress her spirits.

noun something that is desired or needed

adjective desirable or necessary

• The desideratum of the research project is to find a cure for the disease.
• The main thing we're aiming for is to reach the desideratum of the project.
• Our ultimate goal, our desideratum, is to make it big in the music industry.
• In life, happiness is often seen as the desideratum that everyone strives for.

noun the process of developing or being developed

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• The company invested heavily in research and development to improve their products.
• The team is working on the development of a new app for smartphones.
• I'm really excited about the dev work we're doing on the project.
• Personal development is like planting seeds in a garden, you have to nurture it to see growth.

noun a reduction or decrease in size, extent, or importance

• The company experienced a diminution in profits due to the economic downturn.
• There was a decrease in profits for the company because of the bad economy.
• The company took a hit in profits because of the rough economic situation.
• The profits of the company shrunk like a deflating balloon in the tough economic climate.

noun the action of arranging or ordering people or things in a particular way

• Her calm disposition allowed her to handle stressful situations with grace.
• I like his disposition, he's always so easygoing and positive.
• She has a chill disposition, nothing seems to faze her.
• His disposition towards life was like a gentle breeze, always flowing with ease.

noun a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause

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• The study aims to investigate the long-term effects of the new medication.
• Have you noticed any side effects after taking the new medication?
• Dude, those energy drinks have some crazy effects on me!
• The effects of her words lingered long after she had left the room.

verb to make a living or support oneself with difficulty

adverb in a meager or insufficient manner

• The small business was able to eke out a profit in its first year of operation.
• I had to eke out my allowance to make it last until the end of the month.
• He's always trying to eke out some extra cash by selling old stuff online.
• She managed to eke out a smile despite feeling sad inside.

noun a portion of territory surrounded by a larger territory whose inhabitants are culturally or ethnically distinct

• The embassy is located within a diplomatic enclave in the city.
• The neighborhood is like its own little enclave, everyone knows each other.
• We found a cool enclave to hang out and chill in the city.
• Her mind was like an enclave, closed off from the outside world.

adjective distant in space or time

adverb used to indicate a great distance or extent

• The factory is located far from the city center.
• I don't want to walk that far to get to the store.
• I can't believe how far we've come since high school.
• She has come so far in her career, achieving great success.

noun a piece of land used for growing crops or raising animals

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• The farm produces a variety of crops each year.
• We're heading out to the farm to pick some fresh strawberries.
• Let's hit up the farm stand for some farm-fresh eggs.
• Growing up on a farm taught me the value of hard work and perseverance.

verb to bear fruit; to make fruitful or productive

• Through proper planning and investment, we aim to fructify our business ventures and achieve sustainable growth.
• I'm hoping all our hard work will fructify into success in the near future.
• Let's put in the effort and watch our ideas fructify into something amazing!
• With patience and perseverance, we can fructify our dreams into reality.

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

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

• The value of the company's assets is not just a hill of beans, it is carefully calculated and monitored.
• I told him his opinion doesn't mean a hill of beans to me.
• Your excuses don't mean a hill of beans when it comes to meeting deadlines.
• In the grand scheme of things, his complaints are just a hill of beans compared to the challenges we face.

verb to suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant or difficult situation

• The prisoner continued to languish in his cell, awaiting trial.
• She's been languishing at home all day, bored out of her mind.
• I can't believe he's still languishing on the couch instead of getting up and doing something productive.
• Without proper care, the plant will languish and eventually die.

noun a formal union between two people as partners in a personal relationship

• The institution of marriage is a legal and social contract between two individuals.
• My cousin is getting hitched and planning her marriage ceremony.
• They tied the knot and are now officially married.
• The marriage of art and technology has resulted in some amazing innovations.

adjective in a dying state; near death; on the verge of extinction

• The company's moribund financial situation led to its eventual bankruptcy.
• The old bookstore down the street is looking pretty moribund these days.
• That party was so moribund, I left after ten minutes.
• The once vibrant neighborhood has become moribund due to neglect and disinvestment.

noun an area in which trees have been planted, especially for commercial purposes

• The plantation was established in the early 1800s and grew various crops such as cotton and tobacco.
• My family owns a small plantation where we grow fruits and vegetables.
• Let's go check out that new plantation that just opened up down the road.
• Her mind was like a well-tended plantation, with thoughts growing and flourishing in abundance.

noun the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university

• Proper schooling is essential for a well-rounded education.
• I really enjoyed my schooling years at that high school.
• I'm so over this schooling stuff, can't wait to graduate.
• Life's challenges can be considered as part of the schooling we receive from the world.

adjective having financial difficulties; restricted or limited in terms of resources

• Due to the economic downturn, many families found themselves in straitened circumstances.
• After losing his job, he was in a bit of a straitened situation.
• I'm feeling pretty straitened right now with all these bills piling up.
• Her options were straitened, and she had to make some tough decisions.

adjective worn to the point of being thin and tattered

• The threadbare curtains in the old mansion were in desperate need of replacement.
• I can't believe you're still wearing those threadbare jeans from high school.
• Her excuse for being late was so threadbare, nobody believed her.
• The threadbare relationship between the two countries was on the brink of collapse.

noun an action or process of undermining

verb to weaken or damage gradually

• The leaked documents could potentially undermine the credibility of the company.
• Spreading rumors like that could really undermine our friendship.
• Don't let haters undermine your confidence.
• The constant criticism began to undermine her self-esteem.

noun a slang term used in Australian English to refer to an imaginary coin of little to no value

• I wouldn't give you a brass razoo for that old painting.
• I don't have a brass razoo to spare for your shopping spree.
• He's so broke, he doesn't have a brass razoo to his name.
• After the economic crisis, the company didn't have a brass razoo left in their budget.

noun a quality or characteristic associated with Brexit

adjective relating to or characteristic of Brexit, particularly in terms of its political or social impact

• The negotiations between the UK and the EU have been characterized as Brexity in nature.
• The whole Brexit situation is just so Brexity, it's hard to keep up with all the changes.
• I can't believe how Brexity this whole ordeal has become, it's like a never-ending rollercoaster.
• The political climate in the UK has become increasingly Brexity, with tensions running high on all sides.

noun a combination of the words 'Brexit' and 'exhaustion', used to describe the fatigue or weariness associated with the prolonged discussions and debates surrounding Brexit

• Many British citizens are experiencing Brexhaustion due to the prolonged negotiations and uncertainty surrounding Brexit.
• I can't handle any more Brexit news, I'm suffering from serious Brexhaustion.
• I'm so over this whole Brexit thing, it's giving me major Brexhaustion.
• Dealing with Brexit feels like running a marathon, it's a constant state of Brexhaustion.

noun a term used to describe the anxiety, uncertainty, and turmoil surrounding the Brexit process

• The ongoing Brexsteria has caused uncertainty in the financial markets.
• People can't stop talking about Brexsteria and its impact on our economy.
• I'm so over all this Brexsteria drama, it's exhausting.
• The country is in the grips of Brexsteria, like a fever that won't break.

adjective having a great hunger or desire; greedy

• The esurient students quickly devoured the buffet at the school event.
• My brother is always esurient when it comes to pizza.
• She's so esurient, she could eat a horse!
• His esurient appetite for knowledge drove him to read every book in the library.

noun Brexit

• The implications of Brexit on the UK economy are still being analyzed.
• Have you heard about all the drama surrounding Brexit?
• Brexit is such a mess, isn't it?
• Brexit has caused a political earthquake in the UK.

verb a verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. In this case, 'abounds' is a verb that means to exist in large numbers or amounts.

• In this lush forest, wildlife abounds, making it a paradise for nature lovers.
• The options for dining in this city abound, you'll never run out of new places to try.
• The party was lit, music abounds and everyone was having a blast.
• Despite the challenges, hope still abounds in the hearts of the people.

adverb in a way that is reasonably priced or within one's budget

• The company offers high-quality products at affordably low prices.
• You can get those shoes affordably at the outlet store.
• I found a really cool jacket online that was affordably priced.
• His dream of traveling the world seemed more affordably achievable after he found discounted airfare.