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unsellable

IPA: //ʌnˈsɛl.ə.bəl//

KK: /ʌnˈsɛləbəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be sold or is very difficult to sell.

Example: The old car was considered unsellable due to its many problems.

untaxed

IPA: /ʌnˈtækst/

KK: /ʌnˈtækst/

adjective

Definition: Not having taxes paid on something that is usually required to be taxed.

Example: The untaxed income from the freelance work surprised the accountant.

upmarket

IPA: /ˈʌpˌmɑːrkɪt/

KK: /ˈʌpˌmɑrkɪt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to products or services that are aimed at wealthy customers and are of higher quality or price.

Example: The restaurant is known for its upmarket dining experience, attracting affluent patrons.

upscale

IPA: /ˈʌp.skeɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskeɪl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to products, services, or places that are designed for wealthy people and are of high quality.

Example: They decided to stay in an upscale hotel during their vacation.

transitive verb

Definition: To improve or enhance something to make it more appealing or suitable for wealthier customers or a higher standard.

Example: The restaurant decided to upscale its menu to attract more affluent diners.

upscaled

IPA: /ˈʌp.skeɪld/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskeɪld/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been made larger or improved in quality, often in terms of size, capacity, or sophistication.

Example: The upscaled version of the software includes many new features and enhancements.

verb

Definition: To increase the size, quality, or value of something, often in a way that makes it more luxurious or appealing.

Example: The company upscaled its product line to attract more customers.

uptick

IPA: /ˈʌp.tɪk/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtɪk/

noun

Definition: A small increase or slight upward movement, often used in the context of finance or statistics.

Example: There was an uptick in sales this quarter compared to the last one.

uptrend

IPA: /ˈʌp.trɛnd/

KK: /ˈʌptrɛnd/

noun

Definition: A situation where something, like prices or business activity, is increasing over time.

Example: The stock market is showing a clear uptrend this quarter.

usance

IPA: /ˈjuːzəns/

KK: /ˈjuːzəns/

noun

Definition: The period of time that is accepted by custom for making a payment, especially in international trade, or the practice of using something in a particular way.

Example: The usance for this bill of exchange is typically 30 days after the date of issue.

valuator

IPA: /ˈvæljuːeɪtər/

KK: /ˈvæljuːeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who determines the worth or value of something, often in terms of money or quality.

Example: The valuator assessed the property to determine its market value.

valuer

IPA: /ˈvæljər/

KK: /ˈvæljər/

noun

Definition: A person who determines the worth or value of something, often in a professional capacity.

Example: The valuer assessed the property to determine its market value.

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