English Words for "Business and Management" | SAT Vocabulary

headquarters

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the place where the main offices of a large company or organization are located

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The company's headquarters are located in downtown New York City.

She works at the headquarters of a multinational corporation.

chief executive officer

noun

/tʃˈiːf ɛɡzˈɛkjuːtˌɪv ˈɑːfɪsɚ/

the highest-ranking person in a company

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compound noun

corporation

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a company or group of people that are considered as a single unit by law

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foundation

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an organization established with a specific mission or purpose, often dedicated to charitable, educational, cultural, or research activities

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enterprise

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a company

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bureau

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a specific section within a government department which is responsible for specific tasks, functions, etc.

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startup

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a newly established company or business venture, typically characterized by its innovative approach, early-stage development, and a focus on growth

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entrepreneur

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a person who starts a business, especially one who takes financial risks

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occupation

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a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

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profession

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a paid job that often requires a high level of education and training

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designation

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the act of assigning a person to a specific position or role, typically based on qualifications, skills, or organizational needs

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turnover

noun

/ˈtɝˌnoʊvɝ/

the rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced by new hires within a specified period

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productivity

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the state or condition of being productive, or the ability to produce or generate goods, services, or results efficiently and effectively

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unproductiveness

supervision

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the act or process of overseeing the activities of individuals or a group to ensure compliance with rules or objectives

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inventory

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the value of goods and materials that a business holds for the purpose of resale or production

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bureaucrat

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a government official or employee who works within a bureaucratic system, typically involved in implementing and administering government policies and procedures

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sideline

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a secondary or additional line of merchandise or products that complement a company's primary offerings

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workshop

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a building or room in which particular goods are made or fixed by different means

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stall

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a stand or a small table or shop with an open front where people sell their goods

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bookkeeping

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the systematic recording, organizing, and maintaining of financial transactions of a business or organization

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slogan

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a short memorable phrase that is used in advertising to draw people's attention toward something

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What is a "slogan"?

A slogan is a short, catchy phrase used by a company or organization to convey its message, promote a product or service, or reinforce its brand identity. Slogans are designed to be memorable, often with a simple, persuasive message that resonates with the target audience. They are typically used in advertising, marketing campaigns, and branding materials to create emotional connections with consumers and leave a lasting impression. A good slogan helps to differentiate a brand from its competitors and communicate its core values or benefits.

menial

Adjective

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(of work) not requiring special skills, often considered unimportant and poorly paid

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to telecommute

Verb

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to work remotely from a location other than the traditional office

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intransitive

to induct

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to formally put someone in a position or job, especially with an official ceremony

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to commission

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to assign someone to do a task, such as creating an artistic or literary piece

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transitive

to govern

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to regulate or control a person, course of action or event or the way something happens

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deregulate

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transitive

to preside

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to act in an authoritative role in a ceremony, meeting, etc.

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to trademark

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to legally register a distinctive symbol, word, or phrase used by a business or individual to distinguish their goods or services from others in the marketplace

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to commercialize

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to make something into a business or focus on making money from it

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to decentralize

Verb

/dɪˈsɛntɹəˌɫaɪz/

to transfer decision-making or administrative power from a central authority to local or regional entities

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centralize

to enlist

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to formally recruit or hire someone for work or participation in an activity

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to retail

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to sell small quantities of goods directly to customers

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wholesale

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to recruit

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to employ people for a company, etc.

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to appoint

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to give a responsibility or job to someone

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to mass-produce

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/mˈæspɹədˈuːs/

to manufacture large quantities of goods or products using standardized methods and machinery

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to oversee

Verb

/ˈoʊvɝˌsi/

to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

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transitive

to demonetize

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to cease to use something as a legal currency or declare it invalid for transactions

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to stock

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to provide with a supply of something, such as goods or inventory, for use or sale

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to clinch

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to decisively conclude something, such as an argument or a contract

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to sponsor

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to cover the costs of a project, TV or radio program, activity, etc., often in exchange for advertising

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to administer

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to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters

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to streamline

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to simplify or improve efficiency in a process, system, or organization by removing unnecessary steps or optimizing resources

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