Project Management Buzzwords

verb to allocate or distribute (a portion of something) to someone or something

• The committee will allot a specific amount of funding to each project.
• I'll allot some time this weekend to work on my presentation.
• I'll allot some cash for the concert tickets.
• She always seems to allot more energy to her work than to her personal life.

verb present participle of conflict

adjective showing or feeling disagreement or opposition

• The two witnesses provided conflicting testimonies during the trial.
• I heard two different versions of the story from my friends, and they were conflicting.
• The news articles about the incident were totally conflicting, I don't know what to believe.
• Her heart and mind were in conflicting states, making it hard for her to make a decision.

adjective dependent on certain conditions or circumstances

preposition expressing a condition or requirement that must be fulfilled

• The success of the project is contingent on securing additional funding.
• Whether we go on vacation is contingent on the weather forecast.
• I'll come to the party, but it's contingent on my mom letting me borrow the car.
• His happiness was contingent on her approval, like a puppet on a string.

noun a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from opposition of equally powerful forces or factions

verb to bring to a standstill or stalemate

• The negotiations reached a deadlock as neither party was willing to compromise.
• We're stuck in a deadlock and can't seem to make any progress.
• The whole situation is in a deadlock and it's driving me crazy.
• Their relationship was at a deadlock, with neither of them willing to budge.

noun a word that represents a 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 total cost of the project will mount up to $1 million.
• The bill for dinner last night mounted up to $50.
• I didn't realize how much all those little expenses would mount up to.
• The consequences of his actions are starting to mount up to a serious problem.

noun the act or state of not performing or failing to carry out a duty or obligation

• The contract clearly outlines the consequences of nonperformance by either party.
• If there's any nonperformance, we're all in trouble.
• Dude, don't even think about nonperformance on this project.
• His nonperformance in the game was like watching a train wreck in slow motion.

noun a former time or period

adjective referring to something that happened or existed in the past; former

• The onetime CEO of the company was known for his innovative leadership.
• I heard that the onetime manager is now starting his own business.
• That onetime singer is now a big shot in Hollywood.
• The onetime champion proved that he still had what it takes to win.

noun the act of arranging or putting in order

verb to arrange or put in order

• It is important to organize your thoughts before presenting your ideas.
• Let's organize a study group for the upcoming exam.
• I need to organize my closet, it's a hot mess.
• She always knows how to organize a chaotic situation.

noun a person who oversees or directs some work, project, etc.; supervisor

• The overseer of the construction project ensured that all safety regulations were followed.
• The overseer at the factory always keeps a close eye on the workers.
• Yo, the overseer is always on our case about taking too many breaks.
• In a way, our conscience acts as an overseer, guiding our actions and decisions.

adjective describes the noun 'target' as being accurate or precise

• The project is progressing well and we are on target to meet our deadline.
• Don't worry, we're on target to finish the assignment on time.
• We're totally on target with this plan, nothing can stop us now!
• His criticism was harsh, but it was on target and made me reflect on my actions.