🎪 IBA High-Frequency Word List #33 (1081-1110)

#1081 | RATION 🍞
[T4 S1]
(Verb/Noun) – To distribute something in limited or controlled amounts, often due to scarcity or necessity; a fixed allowance of provisions or resources.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Implies controlled or measured distribution, often in response to shortage or necessity.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Economics – Rationing of resources or products during shortages can affect supply chains and customer demand.
✅ In Health & Social Welfare – Rationing food or medical supplies during crises can ensure that resources last longer and reach those in need.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – People may ration their time or energy when faced with multiple tasks or responsibilities.
Example Sentences:
✅ Due to the supply chain disruption, the store began rationing its most popular items.
✅ During the war, citizens had to ration food to ensure everyone had enough to survive.
✅ She had to ration her energy throughout the day to manage her busy work schedule.
#1082 | STINT ⏳
[T4 S1]
(Noun/Verb) – A fixed or limited period of time spent on a task or job; to work for a period of time in a particular role or activity.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Refers to a set duration of work or activity, often implying a temporary or brief engagement.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Careers – A stint in a specific role or company can help build experience or credibility for future opportunities.
✅ In Education & Research – A stint in a research lab or academic setting may provide focused, hands-on learning experiences.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Short stints of travel, volunteering, or hobbies can enrich personal development or social engagement.
Example Sentences:
✅ After a brief stint at the startup, he moved to a larger corporation for more growth opportunities.
✅ Her stint as a marketing intern gave her valuable insight into the industry's workings.
✅ The team took a short stint in the field to gather data for the new project.
#1083 | ENMESH 🕸️
[T4 S1]
(Verb) – To cause someone to become involved in a complicated or difficult situation, often one that is hard to escape from.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies entanglement or involvement in something that may be difficult to get out of.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Leaders may become enmeshed in internal conflicts or corporate politics, affecting decision-making.
✅ In Personal & Social Relationships – Emotional or personal enmeshment can lead to unhealthy dependencies or lack of boundaries.
✅ In Legal & Ethical Contexts – A company may become enmeshed in legal complications that limit its ability to operate freely.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO found himself enmeshed in a lawsuit that distracted him from important company goals.
✅ Their relationship became enmeshed with constant conflicts, making communication difficult.
✅ The company was enmeshed in a series of financial scandals that tarnished its reputation.
#1084 | FERVENT 🔥
[T4 S1]
(Adjective) – Having or displaying passionate intensity; showing strong feelings or enthusiasm.
Connotation:
🔹 Positive – Often associated with dedication, enthusiasm, or zeal, though can imply overwhelming intensity.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Fervent dedication to a cause or vision can inspire teams and drive success.
✅ In Social & Political Movements – Fervent supporters of a cause are often highly motivated to bring about change or rally others.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Fervent feelings, whether in love or friendship, reflect deep emotional investment.
Example Sentences:
✅ His fervent commitment to sustainability led the company to adopt eco-friendly practices.
✅ The fervent protests outside the government building demanded immediate action on climate change.
✅ She expressed her fervent desire to help others, volunteering every weekend.
#1085 | EPILOGUE 📚
[T4 S1]
(Noun) – A concluding section of a literary work or performance, summarizing the aftermath or providing final thoughts.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Implies closure, often offering reflection or resolution after the main narrative has concluded.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Marketing – An epilogue could refer to the conclusion of a project or campaign, summarizing key outcomes or future steps.
✅ In Literature & Media – An epilogue often ties up loose ends or hints at the future of characters or events.
✅ In Social & Personal Contexts – The term can describe the final stages of a relationship, event, or experience, offering closure or reflection.
Example Sentences:
✅ The epilogue of the report summarized the key findings and outlined the next steps for the company.
✅ The novel's epilogue gave a glimpse into the characters' lives after the main story ended.
✅ The ceremony ended with an epilogue from the organizer, thanking everyone for their contributions.
#1086 | SOLILOQUY 🎭
[T4 S1]
(Noun) – An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers, often in a play or performance.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Often associated with introspection or deep personal reflection, especially in dramatic contexts.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Literature & Theatre – A soliloquy is a powerful literary device that allows characters to express inner thoughts or dilemmas, often revealing their motivations.
✅ In Business & Leadership – Leaders may use soliloquy-like moments to reflect on strategies or decisions, allowing introspection to guide future actions.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – While less common in everyday conversation, soliloquies can reflect moments of deep personal reflection or self-expression.
Example Sentences:
✅ Hamlet's soliloquy "To be or not to be" is one of the most famous examples in English literature.
✅ The CEO’s soliloquy at the end of the meeting allowed the team to understand his true feelings about the company’s future.
✅ During a quiet moment, she found herself speaking in soliloquy, reflecting on her decisions and future path.
#1087 | CONVERGE 🔄
[T4 S1]
(Verb) – To come together from different directions and meet at a common point; to unite or merge.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Implies alignment or coming together, often for a shared purpose or goal.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Strategy – Different teams or departments may converge to collaborate on a project or resolve an issue, leading to more efficient outcomes.
✅ In Technology & Innovation – Technological trends or innovations may converge, resulting in new solutions or breakthroughs.
✅ In Social & Political Contexts – Movements or ideas can converge, leading to widespread support or significant change.
Example Sentences:
✅ The marketing and sales teams converged to create a unified strategy for the product launch.
✅ As technology continues to converge, we’re seeing more integrated solutions in the industry.
✅ Different political ideologies began to converge, leading to bipartisan support for the new policy.
#1088 | FELICITY 🌸
(Noun) – Intense happiness or great joy; an expression of bliss or contentment.
Connotation:
🔹 Positive – Implies a deep, lasting sense of happiness, well-being, or contentment.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A workplace with high employee felicity tends to have greater engagement, satisfaction, and productivity.
✅ In Social & Personal Relationships – Felicity in relationships reflects strong, fulfilling bonds and mutual happiness.
✅ In Literature & Philosophy – The pursuit of felicity often serves as a central theme in discussions of personal fulfillment or moral good.
Example Sentences:
✅ The company’s culture of appreciation has led to an atmosphere of felicity among its employees.
✅ Their wedding day was filled with such felicity that they couldn’t stop smiling.
✅ The philosopher argued that true felicity comes from internal peace, not external possessions.
FELICITOUS 🌟
(Adjective) – Well-chosen, suited, or appropriate for the occasion; producing or expressing happiness or good fortune.
Connotation:
🔹 Positive – Implies something that is particularly fitting, often bringing joy or pleasure.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A felicitous remark or decision in a meeting can enhance communication and boost morale.
✅ In Writing & Communication – Felicitous language or phrases are carefully chosen to suit the audience, making communication more effective.
✅ In Social & Personal Contexts – A felicitous comment or gesture can make a social situation more pleasant or enjoyable.
Example Sentences:
✅ Her felicitous choice of words during the presentation won over the clients.
✅ The felicitous design of the new office space made employees feel more comfortable and productive.
✅ His felicitous joke lightened the mood at the tense dinner table.
#1089 | INDIGENOUS 🌍
(Adjective) – Native to a particular place or environment; originating and growing naturally in a specific region.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Often used to refer to local populations, species, or cultures that are native to a particular area.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Marketing – Companies that focus on indigenous resources or products can cater to a niche market and support sustainable practices.
✅ In Social & Cultural Contexts – Understanding indigenous cultures is crucial for respect, awareness, and cultural sensitivity in global interactions.
✅ In Environmental Studies – Indigenous species or plants play a critical role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems in their natural habitats.
Example Sentences:
✅ The company is committed to sourcing indigenous materials for its sustainable fashion line.
✅ Indigenous communities have long fought for their rights to preserve their cultural heritage.
✅ Conservation efforts are focusing on protecting indigenous species threatened by climate change.
#1090 | STERILE 🧫
(Adjective) – Lacking in life, growth, or productivity; free from bacteria or germs; sterile environments or procedures are clean and germ-free.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Negative – Can imply cleanliness or lack of vitality, depending on the context.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Manufacturing – Sterile environments are essential in certain industries, like pharmaceuticals, to ensure product safety and quality.
✅ In Healthcare & Medicine – Sterile procedures are vital for preventing infections during surgeries or medical treatments.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – A sterile relationship or environment may imply a lack of warmth, connection, or liveliness.
Example Sentences:
✅ The laboratory was maintained as a sterile environment to ensure the accuracy of the experiments.
✅ The sterile conditions of the hospital were crucial for preventing the spread of infection.
✅ The office felt sterile, with no personal touches or interactions between colleagues.
#1091 | QUELL ⚔️
(Verb) – To put an end to something, typically by force; to suppress or subdue something, like a feeling or situation.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies the use of force or authority to calm or eliminate a situation, often in a context of control.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A leader may need to quell conflicts or resistance within a team to ensure productivity and harmony.
✅ In Politics & Law – Authorities may quell protests or civil unrest to maintain order and stability.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Individuals may quell their own emotions, such as anxiety or anger, to navigate social situations effectively.
Example Sentences:
✅ The manager quickly quelled the conflict between team members to restore order.
✅ The police worked to quell the protests that were disrupting the city’s main streets.
✅ She tried to quell her nervousness before the big presentation, focusing on her breathing.
#1092 | CONVOKE 📅
(Verb) – To call together or summon people for a meeting or gathering.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Implies a formal or organized gathering of people for a specific purpose.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Leaders may convoke a meeting to discuss strategy, resolve issues, or make important decisions.
✅ In Legal & Political Contexts – A legislature or council may be convoked to discuss or pass laws.
✅ In Social & Academic Contexts – Convoking events, such as conferences or seminars, can bring people together for discussion and knowledge-sharing.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO convoked an urgent meeting to address the recent performance issues.
✅ The mayor convoked the city council to discuss the new housing project.
✅ The university convoked a panel of experts to debate the future of online education.
#1093 | EGRESS 🚪
(Noun/Verb) – The act of going out or leaving a place; the exit or means of leaving a space.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Refers to the act of leaving or exiting, often used in the context of safety or movement.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Operations – Ensuring clear egress routes in buildings or offices is important for employee safety and regulatory compliance.
✅ In Law & Safety – Legal regulations may require proper egress for emergency situations, such as exits in public buildings.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Egress can refer to leaving a social event or situation, often involving a decision to exit gracefully.
Example Sentences:
✅ The fire code mandates that there must be two egress points in every office building.
✅ As the meeting ended, the attendees began to egress the conference room.
✅ The emergency egress routes were clearly marked to ensure everyone could exit the building quickly.
#1094 | PIED 🎨
(Adjective) – Multicolored, often in patches; having various colors or hues, typically arranged in a pattern.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Implies a colorful, often patchy or uneven distribution of colors.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Fashion & Design – Pied patterns, such as those found in clothing or home décor, can be used to create visual interest or a bold aesthetic.
✅ In Business & Marketing – A pied logo or branding might be used to symbolize diversity or a range of services/products.
✅ In Nature & Environment – Certain animals, like birds, can have pied feathers as a distinguishing feature, symbolizing beauty or uniqueness.
Example Sentences:
✅ The designer incorporated a pied pattern into the collection, making it stand out during fashion week.
✅ The pied bird perched on the tree branch, its vibrant colors catching everyone’s eye.
✅ Their office, painted in a pied palette, created a lively and creative atmosphere.
#1095 | CHURLISH 🪔
(Adjective) – Rude, bad-tempered, or lacking in civility or graciousness.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Suggests a lack of manners, unpleasantness, or a disregard for social niceties.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A churlish attitude can hinder teamwork, damage relationships, and negatively impact a company’s culture.
✅ In Social & Personal Contexts – Churlish behavior in social settings often leads to conflict and alienates others.
✅ In Customer Service – Churlish responses to clients or customers can lead to dissatisfaction and loss of business.
Example Sentences:
✅ His churlish comments during the meeting offended several colleagues.
✅ The manager's churlish behavior towards clients negatively affected the company's reputation.
✅ She was shocked by his churlish response, especially since she had gone out of her way to help.
#1096 | VERACITY 📜
(Noun) – Conformity to facts; accuracy or truthfulness in statements, reports, or representations.
Connotation:
🔹 Positive – Suggests trustworthiness, honesty, and adherence to truth.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Veracity is crucial for building trust with clients, employees, and stakeholders.
✅ In Legal & Political Contexts – Veracity in testimonies or reports is essential for maintaining integrity and credibility.
✅ In Journalism & Media – Veracity in reporting ensures the accuracy and reliability of information presented to the public.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO emphasized the importance of veracity in all business communications to maintain credibility.
✅ The lawyer questioned the veracity of the witness’s statement during the trial.
✅ Journalists are trained to verify the veracity of their sources before publishing any information.
#1097 | DEIGN 👑
(Verb) – To do something that one considers to be beneath their dignity or status; to condescend to do something.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies a sense of superiority or arrogance when agreeing to do something that seems unworthy of one's position.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A leader who deigns to engage in menial tasks might be seen as humble, but excessive deigning can alienate employees or colleagues.
✅ In Social & Professional Relationships – Deigning to assist someone can either show generosity or may come across as patronizing.
✅ In Personal Contexts – A person who deigns to attend an event or meet others may seem reluctant or overly self-important.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO deigned to visit the factory floor, showing his commitment to understanding the business at every level.
✅ He wouldn’t even deign to respond to the junior employee’s question, making him seem unapproachable.
✅ She deigned to help her colleague with the project, though she considered the task beneath her skills.
#1098 | VENTURE 🚀
(Noun/Verb) – A risky or daring journey or undertaking; to undertake a risky or uncertain endeavor.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Suggests risk-taking, exploration, and boldness in pursuing something uncertain or new.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Entrepreneurship – Starting a new company or expanding into a new market is a venture that requires investment, strategy, and calculated risk.
✅ In Technology & Innovation – Tech companies often venture into untested territories, developing groundbreaking products that push boundaries.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Venturing into new experiences or relationships requires courage and can lead to personal growth.
Example Sentences:
✅ The entrepreneur decided to venture into international markets to expand the company’s reach.
✅ The tech firm ventured into developing artificial intelligence, despite the uncertainties of its future success.
✅ They decided to venture on a road trip across the country, eager for adventure and new experiences.
#1099 | TUMULT 🌪️
(Noun) – A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people; a state of disorder or chaos.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies disorder, confusion, or uproar, often accompanied by chaos or disruption.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Tumult within a company or team can lead to inefficiency, poor decision-making, and lack of direction.
✅ In Politics & Social Movements – Tumult often marks moments of public unrest or protest, potentially leading to significant societal change or turmoil.
✅ In Personal Contexts – Tumult can describe emotional chaos or conflict in relationships or personal situations.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO quickly intervened to restore order after the tumult in the meeting over the new policies.
✅ The political rally turned into a tumult as protesters clashed with security forces.
✅ The family reunion was filled with tumult, as relatives argued over the best way to organize the event.
#1100 | FATIGUE 😴
(Noun/Verb) – Extreme tiredness or exhaustion, often from physical or mental effort; to cause exhaustion.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies weariness, reduced energy, or a lack of strength, often due to overwork or stress.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Fatigue in employees can reduce productivity, increase errors, and lead to burnout.
✅ In Healthcare & Medicine – Persistent fatigue may be a symptom of underlying health issues, requiring medical attention.
✅ In Sports & Personal Well-being – Athletes and individuals need to manage fatigue to ensure optimal performance and recovery.
Example Sentences:
✅ The manager noticed the team’s fatigue after long hours of work and scheduled a day off to help them recover.
✅ Fatigue from the intense training sessions led the athlete to take a break before the upcoming competition.
✅ The doctor advised her to rest and monitor her fatigue levels, as it might be related to a health concern.
#1101 | RAPTURE ✨
(Noun) – A state of intense joy, delight, or ecstasy.
Connotation:
🔹 Positive – Implies overwhelming happiness, bliss, or spiritual elevation.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Achievement – Success in a major venture can bring rapture to entrepreneurs, leaders, or professionals.
✅ In Art & Literature – Music, poetry, and storytelling often depict rapture as a deep emotional or transcendent experience.
✅ In Personal & Social Contexts – Moments of love, triumph, or spiritual awakening can evoke rapture.
Example Sentences:
✅ The team experienced rapture when their startup secured a multi-million-dollar investment.
✅ The audience listened in rapture as the pianist delivered a breathtaking performance.
✅ She felt pure rapture when she reunited with her family after years of separation.
#1102 | CONJECTURE 🔎
(Noun) – An opinion or conclusion formed without complete evidence.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Can indicate logical speculation, but may also suggest guesswork or lack of certainty.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Finance – Market analysts often make conjectures about economic trends.
✅ In Academia & Research – Scholars propose conjectures before conducting experiments.
✅ In Legal & Politics – Legal arguments sometimes rely on conjecture when evidence is inconclusive.
Example Sentences:
✅ Investors made conjectures about the stock market’s future based on recent trends.
✅ The scientist’s conjecture led to a groundbreaking discovery after years of research.
✅ The lawyer argued that the prosecution’s case was based on mere conjecture, not facts.
#1103 | STOUT 🏋️
(Adjective) – Strong, sturdy, or determined; can also refer to a person of heavy build.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Can imply physical strength, resilience, or excess weight, depending on context.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A stout defense of company policies can reinforce credibility.
✅ In Politics & Debate – A stout argument backed by facts can influence public opinion.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – Being stout-hearted means showing bravery in adversity.
Example Sentences:
✅ The executive gave a stout defense of the firm’s strategy despite criticism.
✅ The senator presented a stout argument against the proposed legislation.
✅ She remained stout-hearted in the face of challenges, refusing to give up.
STOUTLY 🛡️
(Adverb) – In a strong, determined, or firm manner.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Suggests resilience, confidence, and unwavering determination.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A CEO who stoutly defends a vision earns respect.
✅ In Politics & Law – A lawyer may stoutly argue for their client’s rights.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – Standing stoutly by one’s principles builds integrity.
Example Sentences:
✅ The manager stoutly refused to compromise on ethical standards.
✅ The attorney stoutly defended her client against false accusations.
✅ He stoutly supported his team, even in difficult times.
#1104 | BAREFACED 🎭
(Adjective) – Shameless or undisguised, often referring to bold lying or audacity.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies deceit, audacity, or a lack of shame.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Ethics – A barefaced fraud can damage a company’s reputation.
✅ In Politics & Law – Politicians caught in barefaced lies lose public trust.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – A barefaced excuse is easily recognized as dishonest.
Example Sentences:
✅ The executive’s barefaced denial of wrongdoing worsened the scandal.
✅ The senator’s barefaced lie was exposed during the investigation.
✅ He made a barefaced excuse for missing the deadline, but no one believed him.
#1105 | SUPPOSITION 🤔
(Noun) – An idea or assumption believed to be true without conclusive evidence.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Can suggest logical reasoning but also a lack of proof.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Finance – Market forecasts often rely on supposition rather than certainty.
✅ In Academia & Research – A strong thesis must be based on facts, not mere supposition.
✅ In Law & Politics – Legal arguments built on supposition are easily challenged in court.
Example Sentences:
✅ The investor’s decision was based on the supposition that the market would rebound.
✅ The professor dismissed the theory as mere supposition without supporting data.
✅ The attorney argued that the prosecution’s case rested on supposition, not facts.
#1106 | SURMISE 🪫
(Verb) – To form a conclusion or assumption based on limited evidence.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Can indicate quick intuition but also a lack of certainty.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Finance – Analysts may surmise future trends from incomplete data.
✅ In Academia & Research – Scholars surmise possible explanations before conducting studies.
✅ In Law & Investigations – Detectives often surmise motives before gathering concrete proof.
Example Sentences:
✅ The economist surmised that inflation would rise based on recent indicators.
✅ From the initial results, the scientist surmised a link between the two variables.
✅ The journalist surmised corruption in the government’s dealings but needed more evidence.
#1107 | ASCERTAIN 🔍
(Verb) – To find out or discover something with certainty.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral – Implies thorough investigation or verification.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Leaders must ascertain facts before making important decisions.
✅ In Academia & Research – Researchers ascertain data accuracy to ensure reliable results.
✅ In Law & Politics – Investigators must ascertain the truth before presenting a case.
Example Sentences:
✅ The manager needed to ascertain the cause of the decline in sales.
✅ The scientist ascertained the results through rigorous testing.
✅ The detective worked to ascertain the suspect’s whereabouts during the crime.
#1108 | IMPLODE 💥
(Verb) – To collapse or burst inward, often suddenly or violently.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Suggests failure, destruction, or a dramatic internal collapse.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Finance – A company may implode due to poor management or financial instability.
✅ In Politics & Law – A political campaign may implode after a major scandal or mistake.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – A relationship can implode when trust and communication break down.
Example Sentences:
✅ The startup began to implode after a series of bad investments and management errors.
✅ The politician’s campaign imploded following the leaked scandal.
✅ Their friendship imploded after a heated argument and unresolved conflicts.
#1109 | PUNDIT 🧠
(Noun) – An expert or authority who provides opinions or commentary on a specific subject.
Connotation:
🔹 Neutral to Positive – Often implies knowledge or specialization, but can carry a hint of self-importance.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Industry pundits offer insights that influence company strategies.
✅ In Media & Politics – Political pundits shape public opinion with their commentary.
✅ In Academia & Research – Scholars may be considered pundits in their fields due to their expertise.
Example Sentences:
✅ The business pundit predicted a shift in consumer behavior due to new technology.
✅ The political pundit’s analysis of the debate was widely discussed on social media.
✅ As a renowned pundit in economics, she often advises government officials on fiscal policy.
#1110 | MISGIVING 😟
(Noun) – A feeling of doubt, suspicion, or apprehension about something.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Implies uncertainty or concern about the outcome of a situation.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – Leaders must address misgivings among their teams to maintain morale.
✅ In Politics & Law – Public misgivings about a policy can hinder its acceptance.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – Misgivings in relationships often indicate a lack of trust or confidence.
Example Sentences:
✅ The CEO addressed the misgivings of employees regarding the company’s new direction.
✅ Voter misgivings about the candidate’s policies affected their chances in the election.
✅ She had misgivings about the offer, unsure if it aligned with her long-term goals.
MISGIVE 🤔
(Verb) – To cause doubt or suspicion; to feel uncertainty or apprehension.
Connotation:
🔹 Negative – Suggests unease or a lack of confidence in a situation.
Implications in Context:
✅ In Business & Leadership – A sudden change in strategy may misgive employees about the company’s future.
✅ In Politics & Law – A controversial statement may misgive the public or legal professionals.
✅ In Personal & Social Settings – Someone’s actions may misgive others, leading to distrust or skepticism.
Example Sentences:
✅ The sudden market shift misgave the investors about the company’s stability.
✅ The politician’s remarks misgave the public, raising doubts about his sincerity.
✅ Her inconsistent behavior misgave her friends, making them question her intentions.
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