Healthcare Terms

verb to make someone feel certain or confident about something

• I can assure you that the project will be completed on time.
• Don't worry, I assure you everything will be fine.
• I swear, I can assure you it's gonna be lit.
• The rising sun assured a new beginning for the town.

noun a gradual accumulation or increase, especially of something negative or undesirable

adjective relating to or characterized by buildup

• The buildup of sediment in the river caused flooding in the nearby town.
• The buildup of traffic on the highway made me late for work.
• I can't stand the buildup of drama in our friend group.
• The buildup of tension between the two countries finally led to war.

noun the amount of space between two things or the space that is needed for a person or vehicle to be able to pass something safely

• The store is having a clearance sale on all winter clothing items.
• I scored some great deals at the clearance section of the store.
• I always check out the clearance rack for some cheap finds.
• After a long discussion, they finally got clearance to move forward with the project.

noun a group of individuals with a common characteristic or shared experience, often used in a research or statistical context

• The cohort of students in the advanced mathematics class performed exceptionally well on the final exam.
• I'm part of the cohort of interns working in the marketing department this summer.
• Our cohort of friends always has the best time when we go out together.
• The cohort of supporters rallied behind the candidate, helping them secure a landslide victory.

noun a group of individuals or organizations united for a common purpose

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• The consortium of companies collaborated on a research project.
• The group of companies teamed up to work on a project together.
• The crew of companies joined forces to tackle the project.
• The consortium of stars aligned perfectly for the project to succeed.

noun a condition characterized by the compulsive use of drugs despite negative consequences

• Drug addiction is a serious medical condition that requires professional treatment.
• My cousin has been struggling with drug addiction for years.
• She's hooked on drugs and can't seem to kick the habit.
• His addiction to drugs was like a weight dragging him down, preventing him from reaching his full potential.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate the degree or extent of an action or quality

• The company offers a fairly competitive salary to its employees.
• I think the movie was fairly good, but it could have been better.
• She's been fairly chill about the whole situation.
• Life isn't always fair, but we must strive to be fairly just in our actions.

noun the state of being filled up or containing as much or as many as possible

adjective describing a noun as containing or holding as much or as many as possible; having no empty space

• The room was full of distinguished guests attending the conference.
• The theater was packed with people for the movie premiere.
• The party was lit, the house was full of cool people.
• Her heart was full of love for her family.

noun informative can also be used as a noun to refer to something that provides information or knowledge

adjective providing information or knowledge; instructive

• The professor delivered an informative lecture on quantum physics.
• The documentary was really informative, I learned a lot.
• That YouTube video was so informative, it blew my mind!
• Her words were like an informative beacon in the sea of confusion.

adverb Instantly is an adverb that describes an action happening immediately or without delay.

• The new software allows users to instantly access their files from any device.
• I instantly knew I had made a mistake as soon as I hit send on the email.
• She instantly ghosted him after their first date.
• His words instantly cut through her like a knife.

noun a cooperative relationship between people or groups

adjective relating to or involving a partnership

• The two companies entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate on research and development.
• We decided to go into partnership with another small business to expand our market reach.
• Me and my buddy are going into business together, it's gonna be a dope partnership.
• Their partnership on the project was like a well-oiled machine, everything ran smoothly.

noun the act of allowing someone to do something

adjective permissible

• Before making any changes to the building, please ensure you have the necessary permission from the local council.
• Hey, can I borrow your car tonight? I promise I'll ask for permission next time.
• Dude, I'm gonna sneak out tonight without permission from my parents. Wish me luck!
• Sometimes it's better to ask for forgiveness than permission when taking risks in business.

noun a person or thing that is responsive

adjective describing something that reacts quickly and positively to something

• The new website design is highly responsive to different screen sizes.
• I love how this app is so responsive, it never lags or crashes.
• That customer service rep was super responsive, they got back to me right away.
• Her heart was not as responsive to his advances as he had hoped.

verb to consider appropriate or suitable

adverb in a manner that is appropriate or suitable

• The board of directors will decide how to allocate the funds as they see fit.
• You can use the conference room for your meeting if you see fit.
• Just do whatever you see fit, man.
• She painted the canvas with bold strokes, letting her creativity guide her as she saw fit.

verb to present for consideration or approval; to yield to the authority or will of another

• Please submit your application before the deadline.
• Make sure to submit your homework on time.
• Don't forget to submit your entry for the contest!
• Sometimes we have to submit to the will of others in order to maintain peace.

verb to oversee or direct a person or group of people in order to ensure that a task is carried out correctly

• The manager will supervise the team during the project.
• Can you supervise the kids while I run to the store?
• I'll be supervising the party to make sure everything stays under control.
• The teacher's role is to supervise the students' progress in learning.

noun a change in direction or course

verb to reverse direction and go back

adverb in a direction opposite to the original

preposition used to indicate a return to a previous point or position

• The hikers decided to turn back when they realized they were lost.
• We should probably turn back before it gets too dark.
• Let's bail and turn back, this party is lame.
• Sometimes you have to turn back in order to move forward in life.

adjective alert and vigilant in observing or noticing something

• The security guard remained watchful throughout the night, ensuring the safety of the premises.
• I always feel watchful when walking alone at night.
• Keep a watchful eye on your belongings in crowded areas.
• She was watchful of his every move, sensing something was not quite right.

noun a person who provides care and support to individuals with disabilities or special needs, typically in a home setting

• The Zambrano carer program allows undocumented immigrants to stay in the country to care for their sick or elderly relatives.
• My friend's mom is a Zambrano carer, so she can't leave the country to visit her family back home.
• I heard that Zambrano carers get some benefits from the government to help with their expenses.
• Being a Zambrano carer means taking on a huge responsibility and sacrificing a lot for your loved ones.

noun the act or practice of keeping a close and protective watch over someone or something

• The company promised to provide watchcare for their employees' families during the pandemic.
• I'll keep watchcare of your plants while you're on vacation.
• Let's take turns on watchcare duty tonight.
• The government must exercise watchcare over the nation's resources to ensure sustainability.

noun the quality of continuing to exist or endure; perseverance

• The success of the project was largely due to the team's persistency in overcoming challenges.
• Her persistency in asking for a raise finally paid off.
• I admire his persistency in chasing after his crush.
• The persistency of the rain throughout the week made everything feel gloomy.

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating the manner, place, time, or degree of an action

• She handled the situation impeccably, demonstrating her leadership abilities admirably.
• He fixed the car engine so easily, it was impressively doable.
• The team aced the presentation, they killed it with their skills.
• The artist painted the sunset scene so beautifully, it was like a dream realized.

noun a day when someone is admitted or allowed entry into a place or organization

• The admission day for new students is scheduled for next Monday.
• Hey, are you excited for admission day at school?
• Admission day is gonna be lit, don't miss out!
• For her, admission day symbolized a fresh start and new opportunities.