Workplace English Vocabulary

Lesson 32 Society and Law · Nature and Environment

Learn 10 useful words in clear contexts designed for adult A2 to B2 learners building practical workplace communication.

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10 words

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circus (noun)noun
“The circus opened near our hotel last weekend.”
2
compliment (noun)noun
“Her compliment made the new employee feel confident.”
3
consignment (noun)noun
“The consignment will arrive at the warehouse tomorrow.”
4
continental (adjective)adjective
“The company opened a continental sales office.”
5
copyright (noun)noun
“This photograph has copyright protection.”
6
countryside (noun)noun
“They moved to the countryside for a quieter life.”
7
demolish (verb)verb
“Workers will demolish the old factory next month.”
8
departmental (adjective)adjective
“The departmental meeting starts at ten.”
9
desperate (adjective)adjective
“They were desperate to find a new supplier.”
10
devastate (verb)verb
“The storm may devastate coastal communities.”