Exam: BEC Vantage

Definition: To come together to form or join a group that represents workers' interests, usually in a workplace setting.

Example: Workers decided to unionize to negotiate better wages and working conditions.

Definition: To organize workers into a group that represents their interests in negotiations with employers.

Example: The workers decided to unionize to improve their working conditions.

Definition: Describing something that is not controlled or organized properly.

Example: The unmanaged forest was overgrown and full of weeds.

Definition: Describing something that has not been paid for or does not receive payment.

Example: She worked as an unpaid intern to gain experience in her field.

Definition: The quality of being open and honest in expression, without holding back feelings or thoughts.

Example: Her unreserve made it easy for others to trust her and share their own feelings.

Definition: To convince someone that something is not a good idea or that it is not true.

Example: The salesman tried to unsell me on the idea of buying the expensive car.

Definition: Describing items that have not been sold or are still available for purchase.

Example: The store had many unsold items after the sale ended.

Definition: To not sell something; to remain unsold after a selling period.

Example: The tickets for the concert remained unsold until the last minute.

Definition: Being honest and direct in communication, without hiding anything.

Example: She was upfront about her expectations for the project.

Definition: In a way that is honest and direct, without hiding anything.

Example: She was upfront about her expectations for the project.

Definition: A gathering where television network executives present their upcoming shows to advertisers and the media, marking the beginning of the advertising sales period for a new season.

Example: The network held an upfront to showcase its new series and attract advertisers.

Definition: To bring something to the front or to make it clear and visible for others to see or consider.

Example: The manager decided to upfront the new policy changes during the meeting.

Definition: The process of keeping something in good condition through regular maintenance and repairs.

Example: The upkeep of the park requires a lot of time and money.

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.

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.

Definition: To encourage a customer to purchase additional items or upgrades beyond what they originally planned to buy.

Example: The salesperson tried to upsell the customer by suggesting a more expensive model of the phone.