Team Building Vocabulary

noun a pleasant and affable disposition; geniality

• The business meeting was filled with bonhomie as the colleagues discussed their successful project.
• I always enjoy the bonhomie at our family gatherings, everyone is so friendly and welcoming.
• The party last night had such a great vibe, there was so much bonhomie in the air.
• Despite the competitive nature of the game, there was a sense of bonhomie among the players as they congratulated each other on their skills.

noun a close relationship or friendship between comrades; camaraderie

• The comradeship among the soldiers was evident as they worked together to achieve their mission.
• The comradeship between the teammates was strong both on and off the field.
• We formed a tight comradeship during our time in boot camp.
• The comradeship among the group of friends was like a bond that could never be broken.

noun a feeling of pride, fellowship, and common loyalty shared by the members of a group

• The military unit's esprit de corps was evident in their synchronized movements and unwavering teamwork.
• The sports team's esprit de corps was so strong that they always had each other's backs on and off the field.
• The group of friends had an amazing esprit de corps that made every hangout feel like a party.
• The company's esprit de corps was like a well-oiled machine, with everyone working together seamlessly towards a common goal.

verb to be socially accepted or to belong in a particular group or situation

• It is important to find a way to fit in with the company culture in order to succeed.
• I'm not sure if I'll be able to fit in with this group of people.
• I'm trying to figure out how to fit in with the cool kids at school.
• Sometimes it can be challenging to fit in with a new group of friends.

verb to come together, assemble, or collect in one place

• The data gathered from the research study will be presented at the conference.
• We gathered at the park for a picnic with friends.
• I gathered from his tone that he wasn't interested in what I was saying.
• She gathered her thoughts before speaking in front of the audience.

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

• He joined the company as a senior manager last month.
• I joined the gym yesterday to start working out.
• She joined the squad to hang out with her friends.
• The two rivers joined together to form a larger body of water.

noun the state or quality of being jovial; cheerfulness or high spirits

• The joviality of the party was infectious, spreading smiles to all the guests.
• His joviality always brightens up the room and puts everyone in a good mood.
• We were all vibing off each other's joviality at the concert.
• The joviality of the spring breeze danced through the trees, bringing a sense of joy to the forest.

noun A person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country.

• The leader of the company made an important announcement during the meeting.
• The team leader said we can leave early today.
• The squad leader is always looking out for us.
• She was the leader of the pack, always setting the pace for the rest of the group.

noun lack of seriousness, especially in a serious situation

• The speaker's attempt at levity during the serious conference fell flat.
• I appreciate your levity, it really lightens the mood.
• I love hanging out with Sarah, she always brings the levity.
• Laughter is the best form of levity in times of hardship.

noun a person's or group's level of confidence or enthusiasm

adjective relating to the morale of a person or group

• The company implemented a new incentive program to boost employee morale.
• After the team won the championship, everyone's morale was sky high.
• Let's plan a fun team outing to lift everyone's morale.
• The rainy weather seemed to have a negative effect on everyone's morale.

verb to unfold, reveal, or make accessible

adverb in a way that allows access or entrance

• The company plans to open up new markets in Asia next year.
• Let's open up a discussion about our upcoming project.
• I heard the new club is going to open up this weekend.
• Learning to trust others can really help you open up emotionally.

verb to complete or finish something, making it whole or well-rounded

• The addition of a new team member will help round out our project team.
• Let's bring in a few more snacks to round out our movie night.
• I'm thinking of getting a tattoo to round out my look.
• The unexpected twist in the plot really helped round out the story.

noun the action of propelling a boat using oars

verb to propel a boat using oars

• The rowing team practiced diligently to improve their technique.
• I'm thinking of taking up rowing as a hobby.
• Let's ditch this party and go rowing on the lake instead!
• Rowing through a sea of paperwork, she finally completed the project.

adjective a term used to describe a situation where there are not enough people to do a job or task effectively

• The team was undermanned for the important project deadline.
• We were undermanned for the game, so we had to work extra hard.
• The restaurant was undermanned during the lunch rush.
• The soldiers felt undermanned as they faced the overwhelming enemy forces.

verb to make or become united, uniform, or whole

• The goal of the project is to unify all departments under one cohesive strategy.
• Let's unify our efforts to make sure we meet the deadline.
• We need to all get on the same page and unify our approach.
• Music has the power to unify people from different backgrounds and cultures.

noun fun fact - a piece of interesting information or trivia that is enjoyable or amusing to learn

• A fun fact about the solar system is that Pluto was considered the ninth planet until it was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006.
• Hey, here's a fun fact - did you know that honey never spoils?
• Check this out, a fun fact is that bananas are berries but strawberries are not!
• In the grand scheme of things, a fun fact is that time is a concept created by humans.

noun a clasping or gripping of hands, especially as a form of greeting or agreement

• The two diplomats sealed their agreement with a firm handclasp.
• He greeted his old friend with a warm handclasp.
• The team celebrated their victory with a high-five handclasp.
• The handclasp of friendship between the two nations signaled a new era of cooperation.

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

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

adverb a word that modifies or describes 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

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• Before we begin the project, please remember to roll up your sleeves to avoid getting them dirty.
• Hey, let's roll up our sleeves and get this job done!
• Time to roll up your sleeves and hustle, no more slacking off!
• When faced with a challenge, it's time to roll up your sleeves and tackle it head-on.

noun A day trip or outing, especially one taken by a group of people away from their usual place of work or residence.

• The company organized an awayday for team building and strategy planning.
• We're going on an awayday next week to work on some projects outside the office.
• I can't wait for the awayday, it's going to be a nice break from our usual routine.
• Sometimes a mental health day can feel like an awayday, giving you a chance to recharge and refocus.

noun a spirit of friendship and community among a group of people

• The comradery among the team members was evident during the project presentation.
• We built a strong sense of comradery while working together on the group project.
• The comradery between us is what keeps us going through tough times.
• The comradery between the actors on set translated into a brilliant performance on screen.

noun a term used to describe the quality or state of working effectively as a team

• The success of the project was largely due to the excellent teamship displayed by all members.
• We nailed the presentation thanks to our awesome teamship.
• Our teamship game is strong - we work together like a well-oiled machine.
• The orchestra's performance was a beautiful display of teamship, with each musician playing their part perfectly.