Vocabulary: Handling difficult conversations at work

English · C1 · Lesson 5 · 20 words

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acknowledge

verb

recognize as true

articulate

verb

speak clearly

compromise

noun

agreement halfway between positions

defensive

adjective

protective

undermine

verb

weaken or damage

rapport

good relationship

mediate

verb

Act as peacemaker between parties

assertive

adjective

Confident and direct in expression

tactful

adjective

Sensitive to others' feelings and perspectives

confrontational

adjective

Confronting or aggressive

diplomacy

noun

Negotiation and agreement-making

escalate

verb

Increase in intensity

reconciliation

noun

Restoring friendly relations

deflect

verb

Turn aside or deflect

grievance

noun

Complaint or resentment

impasse

noun

Deadlock or stalemate

empathetic

adjective

Understanding and compassionate

reprimand

verb

Criticize or scold

candid

adjective

Honest and frank

de-escalate

verb

Reduce tension