Vocabulary
innovate
verb ˈɪnəˌveɪt

to introduce new ideas, methods, or ways of doing things, especially to improve something or stay relevant

The industry is changing, and businesses that don’t innovate are already falling behind.

insult
noun ˈɪnsʌlt

a word or action meant to offend or show disrespect

Calling the work "simple" was an insult to the team.

interact
verb ˌɪn.təˈrækt

to communicate with or affect someone or something else

Be advised that the drug may interact with other medications.

interactive
adjective ˌɪntərˈæktɪv

involving two or more people or things influencing each other

The museum's latest interactive display shows how Earth has changed over millions of years.

juicy
adjective ˈdʒuːsi

having a lot of liquid inside, especially food

That was the juiciest burger I've had in years.

landmark
noun ˈlændmɑːk

a well-known place that is important or easy to recognize

The Eiffel Tower is the most famous landmark in Paris.

lawsuit
noun ˈlɔːsuːt

a formal complaint that a person or an organization makes in court against someone

The airline agreed to pay millions of dollars to settle a lawsuit over flight delays and refunds.

leap
noun liːp

a sudden or large increase or change

Japan saw a major leap in foreign arrivals in 2024.

legend
noun ˈledʒənd

an old story about people or events that may not be completely true

The mountain is named after a legend about a giant who once lived there.

legend
noun ˈledʒənd

an old story that many people know, but that may not be true

According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus.

linger
verb ˈlɪŋɡər

to stay longer than expected, or to continue to exist after something else has ended

The smell of smoke lingered in the room, making it uncomfortable to stay inside.

listing
noun ˈlɪstɪŋ

an item on a list, website, platform, etc.

I found the job listing on a recruitment website.

lively
adjective ˈlaɪvli

full of energy and activity

The market is especially lively on weekends.

maintain
verb meɪnˈteɪn

to keep something in good condition or continue it over time

It’s hard to maintain focus when your phone keeps ringing.

manners
noun ˈmænərz

polite behavior; the way someone treats others

Chewing loudly at the table is bad manners in many cultures.

maturity
noun məˈtʊrəti

the ability to behave in a sensible, calm, and adult way

He showed a lot of maturity by apologizing first, even though it wasn't entirely his fault.

meaningful
adjective ˈmiːnɪŋfəl

having importance or emotional value

He wants a job that feels meaningful, not just well-paid.

moderate
verb ˈmɑːdəreɪt

to monitor activity on a website or social media platform to make users follow the rules

The platform has faced continuous calls to more strictly moderate its content.

moderation
noun ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃən

the practice of avoiding excess or extremes

I drink coffee every day, but I stop at one or two cups to keep it in moderation.

monster
noun ˈmɑːnstər

a frightening or imaginary creature, often from stories or movies

The movie is about a sea monster that attacks passing ships near a small island.