Interaction: English Vocabulary List

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

"You should bargain for a better price."

"The tourist tried to bargain with the street vendor to get a lower price for the handmade necklace."

to blame someone for a mistake they made

"Do not reproach yourself for mistakes."

"Do not reproach yourself for past mistakes because everyone makes errors and learns from them over time."

to describe an event, experience, etc to someone in a detailed manner

"She recounts her adventures to eager listeners."

"The survivor was asked to recount the terrifying events of the accident for the official police report."

to engage in a conversation with someone

"We converse in English every day."

"We sat at the coffee shop for nearly two hours just to converse about our plans for the upcoming summer vacation together."

to show disagreement by taking action or expressing it verbally, particularly in public

"The students plan to protest tomorrow."

"The students decided to protest against the university's decision to increase tuition fees for the third consecutive year."

to officially let someone know about something

"Please notify us of any changes."

"Please notify the front desk immediately if you experience any problems with your room during your stay at the hotel."

to persuade someone to do something through insincere praises, promises, etc. often in a persistent manner

"He cajoled his friend into helping him."

"The used car salesman tried to cajole me into buying an extended warranty but I knew it was a complete waste of money."

to warn someone of something that could be difficult or dangerous

"I caution you now."

"The doctor cautioned the patient to avoid strenuous activity for at least two weeks after the surgery."

to indirectly suggest something

"She dropped a hint about birthday gift."

"She dropped several hints about what she wanted for her birthday but he did not seem to notice them."

to loudly complain about something or demand something

"The children clamor for attention loudly."

"The children clamored for attention when their mother walked through the door after being away on a business trip for a week."

a heated argument or disagreement, often involving anger or hostility between individuals

"They had big quarrel."

"The couple had a big quarrel about money that lasted for several hours last night."

written communication exchanged between people, typically through letters or emails

"We maintained correspondence through letters."

"The two scholars maintained a lively correspondence for decades exchanging letters filled with ideas."

the exchange of thoughts, information, or communication between people

"Good intercourse had."

"Polite social intercourse is important in professional and personal relationships."

an official or urgent request issued by someone, typically one in authority

"At his behest."

"The project was started at the behest of the company president last year."

a written request, signed by a group of people, that asks an organization or government to take a specific action

"The petition against the new road has 5000 signatures."

"The students started an online petition to convince the school to change the cafeteria menu."

a polite, casual, an typically friendly remark or exchange

"He made a pleasantry."

"They exchanged polite pleasantry about the weather before starting the serious business discussion."

to engage in light, playful, and teasing conversation or exchange of remarks

"They bantered playfully during lunch."

"The two coworkers enjoyed a friendly banter during their coffee break teasing each other about their favorite sports teams and recent dating lives."

a serious and heartfelt warning

"The teacher's admonition quieted the class."

"The teacher gave a gentle admonition to the noisy students in the classroom yesterday afternoon."

to argue with someone, particularly over the ownership of something, facts, etc.

"The lawyer will dispute the evidence."

"The lawyer will dispute the evidence presented by the prosecution because it was obtained illegally."

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

"The workers demand fair wages."

"The protesters gathered outside the government building to demand immediate action on climate change policies."

to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.

"I need to convince my parents."

"It took hours of discussion to convince the committee that the new proposal was better than the original plan."

to interact or establish contacts with others for mutual assistance or support

"We network for jobs."

"She actively networks with industry professionals to expand her career opportunities and gain insights."

to interact and spend time with someone or a group of people

"They associate with artists."

"He tends to associate with people who share his ambitious goals and positive outlook on life."

to convey or communicate something, such as information, ideas, or emotions, from one person to another

"Radios transmit signals over long distances."

"The radio tower can transmit signals over a very long distance allowing communication with ships far out at sea."

to exchange opinions and have discussions with others, often to come to an agreement or decision

"The lawyers will confer before the trial."

"The lawyers needed to confer with each other privately before they could give their final decision about the complicated legal case to the judge."

to give information about someone or something, especially in an official manner

"We will inform you about the decision."

"Please inform the receptionist when you arrive so she can notify the manager of your presence."

to give specific instructions or guidelines about what someone must do

"The doctor will prescribe."

"The government will prescribe strict regulations for the safe handling of hazardous materials."

to speak directly to a specific person or group

"She will address the crowd."

"The president will address the nation tonight to discuss the pressing economic issues facing the country."

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

"I will enlighten you now."

"The experienced guide will enlighten the tourists about the historical significance of each ancient ruin they visit."

to make an earnest and emotional request, often accompanied by a strong sense of urgency or desperation

"He will plead for help."

"The prisoner was forced to plead for mercy, hoping the judge would show leniency in his sentencing."

to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

"He will propose a new plan."

"The committee proposed several changes to the existing policy in order to make it more effective and fair."

to make a humble or earnest request to someone

"I supplicate you now."

"The refugees were forced to supplicate the border guards for asylum and safe passage."

to suggest to someone that something is good, convenient, etc.

"Doctors recommend eight hours of sleep."

"I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh local ingredients."

to pass on information or messages from one place or person to another

"Relay the message to your team."

"Please relay this important message to the manager as soon as you see him because it is very urgent."

a sincere and humble request, often made in times of need or desperation

"It was a plea."

"The lawyer presented a heartfelt plea for leniency on behalf of his client during the sentencing."

an act of seeking information through questioning

"Official inquiry started."

"The government started an official inquiry into the causes of the recent train accident near the city."

the transmission of information, data, or messages over a distance through the use of electronic or optical signals, media, and technologies

"The telecommunication industry is launching 6G research."

"Telecommunication is the sum of all the technical means required to transmit information over a significant distance by wire"

a confession or acceptance of the truth or reality of something

"His admission was honest."

"The suspect's tearful admission of guilt finally brought closure to the long-standing investigation."