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IPA /ˈkɔːdɪəl/
Warm and friendly in the way you speak or behave towards someone, helping an interaction feel pleasant and welcoming.
Our new neighbours gave us a cordial welcome when we arrived.
IPA /ɪnˈsɛntɪv/
Something that encourages you to take action or make an effort, often because it offers a benefit or reward.
The cheaper morning tickets gave us an incentive to leave early.
IPA /əbˈdʒɛktɪv/
Based on facts and fair judgement, without allowing personal feelings or preferences to decide what you think about a situation.
I asked a friend for an objective opinion about the two flats.
IPA /praɪˈɒrətaɪz/
To arrange tasks or needs in order of importance, so that you can give attention to the most important ones first.
We need to prioritise the repairs before spending money on new furniture.
IPA /ˌfɔːθˈkʌmɪŋ/
Willing to share information openly when someone asks, especially about your plans, experiences or what has happened in a situation.
She was forthcoming about her travel plans when we asked.
IPA /əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/
Responsibility for your actions and decisions, together with the expectation that you will explain them and accept their consequences.
Our neighbourhood group wants clear accountability for how the shared funds are spent.
IPA /prəʊˈæktɪv/
Taking action early to improve a situation or prevent a problem, instead of waiting for events to force you to act.
We took a proactive approach and repaired the roof before winter.
IPA /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/
So firmly established through time or repeated experience that a habit, belief or attitude is difficult to change.
Checking the door twice had become an ingrained habit for him.
IPA /sɪnˈsɪə/
Truly meaning what you say or showing feelings you really have, rather than pretending in order to impress someone.
His sincere apology helped us put the misunderstanding behind us.
IPA /kəˈlæbəˌreɪt/
To work together with another person or group on a shared task or project, contributing ideas, effort or different skills.
Our neighbours will collaborate on a mural for the community hall.
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