Suggestions and Rules: English Vocabulary List

a process of providing guidance, support, and advice to someone facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges

"She needed counseling."

"He sought counseling after his divorce to help him cope with feelings of loneliness and anger."

someone who gives professional advice on a given subject

"The consultant gave advice."

"The company hired an external consultant to improve their inefficient supply chain management system."

to present an idea, suggestion, etc. to be discussed

"He put forward a brilliant idea."

"The scientist put forward a new theory that challenged the traditional understanding of the universe."

as a second choice or another possibility

"Alternatively you can take the train."

"Alternatively you can take the train instead of driving if you do not want to deal with traffic and parking."

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

"The feedback was helpful."

"The musicians carefully considered the audience's feedback to improve their live performance for the next show."

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

"He asked for guidance."

"The young entrepreneur sought guidance from a mentor who had successfully built several businesses already."

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 act as the supervisor or teacher of someone less experienced

"She mentors young entrepreneurs helpfully."

"The experienced executive agreed to mentor the young ambitious intern and guide her through the early stages of her career."

not permitted to be done

"Smoking is forbidden here."

"Smoking is forbidden in this building and anyone caught breaking the rule will be fined."

forced to be done by law or authority

"The course is compulsory."

"The training course is compulsory for all new employees and must be completed within the first month."

to have a moral duty or be forced to do a particular thing, often due to legal reasons

"I feel obliged to help him."

"I feel obliged to help him because he has done so much for me in the past."

to force someone to do what they do not want

"The government may impose new taxes."

"The government decided to impose new taxes on luxury goods to increase revenue for social welfare programs."

a principle or instruction based on which a person should behave or act in a particular situation

"The guideline is clear."

"The safety guidelines clearly state that all workers must wear hard hats and safety goggles while in the construction zone."

a rule or law that limits what one can do or the thing that can happen

"The restriction is strict."

"The restriction stopped visitors from entering."

an official rule or law that forbids something

"The prohibition of alcohol lasted thirteen years."

"The prohibition of alcohol in the United States during the nineteen twenties led to a rise in organized crime."

to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law

"The law prohibits underage drinking."

"School rules prohibit students from using their mobile phones during class unless it is an emergency situation."

the quality or characteristic of being uncompromising in enforcing rules, regulations, or standards

"The strictness surprised us."

"The strictness of the teacher helped the class focus."

the state of being dedicated to someone or something

"Full commitment required."

"Marriage requires commitment through both good times and bad according to traditional wedding vows."

the act of following rules or regulations

"The company is in compliance with safety laws."

"The company hired a lawyer to ensure full compliance with all environmental safety regulations."

to seek information or advice from someone, especially before making a decision or doing something

"Consult a doctor before taking medicine."

"Before making such a big decision you should consult a financial advisor who specializes in retirement planning."

something suggested or put forward for consideration, such as an idea, plan, or assumption

"We submitted the proposal."

"The research proposal outlined a clear methodology and expected outcomes for the study."

a suggestion, plan, or proposal, especially in business or negotiation contexts

"This is a good proposition."

"The business proposition was carefully reviewed by the board before they made a final decision."

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

"I challenge you to race."

"The coach decided to challenge his star player to beat the existing personal best."

to adjust one's actions or behavior based on specific information, ideas, or advice

"She acts on her good intentions."

"The committee decided to act on the recommendation immediately because the situation was urgent and required quick action."

to strongly recommend something

"I urge you to go."

"Scientists strongly urge the public to take preventative measures against the spread of the virus."

to give advice to people about what they should or should not do in a way that might annoy or bore them

"The minister preaches to the congregation weekly."

"The religious leader traveled to different villages to preach about peace and forgiveness to the local people."

(of a payment, debt, etc.) scheduled or required to be paid immediately or at a specific time

"Payment is due."

"The rent payment is due on the first day of every month without fail."

to allow something or someone to do something

"The law does not permit this."

"The new visa policy will permit tourists to stay in the country for up to ninety days without applying for an extension."

an action that one must perform because they are legally or morally forced to do so

"He has an obligation."

"Parents have an obligation to care for children."

a rule made by the government, an authority, etc. to control or govern something within a particular area

"The new regulation affects all drivers."

"The new safety regulations require all construction workers to wear hard hats and protective boots."

an activity or action that must be performed

"It is a requirement."

"Completing the mandatory training course is a strict requirement for all new employees."

to comply with laws or regulations

"Please observe the rules."

"All employees are expected to observe safety regulations meticulously to prevent workplace accidents."

the fact that something must happen or is needed

"Necessity is important."

"Food and water are necessities."

to disobey or break a regulation, an agreement, etc.

"Do not violate the school rules."

"If you violate the terms of your lease agreement the landlord has the right to evict you from the apartment without notice."