Professional Communication Vocabulary

12 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person or agency responsible for collecting unpaid bills or debts

  • The bill collector called to remind me about the outstanding balance on my credit card.
  • I hate when the bill collector keeps calling me about my overdue bills.
  • I dodged the bill collector by pretending I wasn't home when they came knocking.
  • The bill collector of life always seems to show up when you least expect it, demanding payment for past mistakes.

adjective careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences

  • It is important to be circumspect when making decisions that could impact the company.
  • I always try to be circumspect when choosing which restaurant to eat at.
  • Dude, you gotta be circumspect about who you trust with your secrets.
  • She approached the situation with a circumspect attitude, carefully considering all possible outcomes.

noun polite behavior; a polite gesture or remark

adjective showing politeness and respect

  • It is common courtesy to hold the door open for someone behind you.
  • Thanks for the courtesy of letting me go first in line.
  • He showed some courtesy by giving me a heads up about the meeting.
  • Her kind words were a courtesy that brightened my day.

adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate manner, degree, or quality

  • She dressed decently for the job interview, wearing a professional suit.
  • I think the restaurant down the street is decently priced for the quality of food they offer.
  • I'm pretty sure I can pull off a decently good prank on my brother tonight.
  • Despite the setbacks, he managed to keep his spirits up and continue on decently in life.

verb to lower in dignity, honor, or standing; to degrade or humble

  • Her constant criticism seemed to demean his efforts in front of the entire team.
  • Stop trying to demean me in front of our friends.
  • Don't let anyone demean you like that.
  • His actions seemed to demean the very essence of their friendship.

adverb In a careful and prudent manner, without drawing attention to oneself.

  • She discreetly handed him the envelope containing the confidential documents.
  • He discreetly slipped the note into her hand during the meeting.
  • Let's discreetly sneak out of the party before anyone notices.
  • The artist discreetly incorporated hidden messages in his paintings for observant viewers to find.

adverb in a serious and determined manner

  • She earnestly pursued her studies in order to achieve her academic goals.
  • I earnestly hope that you can make it to the party this weekend.
  • I'm earnestly trying to get this project done before the deadline.
  • He spoke earnestly about his passion for helping others.

adjective loyal and steadfast

adverb in a loyal and steadfast manner

  • I faithfully attend church every Sunday.
  • I always stick to my workout routine faithfully.
  • I got your back, bro, faithfully.
  • The old lighthouse faithfully guided ships to safety.

noun a strong positive feeling that a person or group of people has about someone or something

verb to make someone feel admiration and respect

  • The candidate's presentation skills really impress the hiring committee.
  • Wow, that new video game really impresses me!
  • That new restaurant really impressed the socks off me!
  • Her talent for storytelling never fails to impress me.

adjective showing deep thought or sincere feeling

adverb in a serious or earnest manner

  • The company is seriously considering a merger with their competitor.
  • I seriously can't believe you're not coming to the party.
  • She's seriously crushing on him, it's so obvious.
  • His words hit me like a ton of bricks, I seriously couldn't believe what I was hearing.

adjective not characterized by ceremony; informal or casual

  • The CEO's unceremonious dismissal of the senior manager shocked the entire company.
  • She made an unceremonious exit from the party after an argument with her friend.
  • The player was unceremoniously benched by the coach for his poor performance.
  • The storm made an unceremonious entrance, causing chaos and destruction in its wake.

adjective not causing objection or disapproval; acceptable

  • The committee agreed that the proposal was unobjectionable and should be implemented.
  • I find her choice of music to be unobjectionable, but others may disagree.
  • His outfit was totally unobjectionable, he looked pretty cool.
  • The artist's work was so unobjectionable that it left everyone in awe.