© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Topic: Finance

acquittance

IPA: /əˈkwɪt.əns/

KK: /əˈkwɪt̬.əns/

noun

Definition: A document that shows someone has paid a debt or fulfilled an obligation, confirming that they no longer owe anything.

Example: He received an acquittance after settling his debts.

actionable

IPA: /ˈækʃənəbl/

KK: /ˈækʃənəbl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that can be acted upon or used to make decisions. It often refers to information that is practical and useful for taking action.

Example: The report provided actionable insights that helped the team improve their strategy.

actuarial

IPA: /ˌæktʃuˈɛrɪəl/

KK: /ˌæktʃuˈɛrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the work of professionals who analyze financial risks using mathematics and statistics, often focusing on areas like life insurance and pensions.

Example: The actuarial analysis provided insights into the insurance policy's risk factors.

actuarially

IPA: /ˌæktʃuˈɛrɪəli/

KK: /ˌæktʃuˈɛrɪəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the calculations and assessments made by actuaries, who analyze financial risks using mathematics and statistics.

Example: The insurance company calculated the risks actuarially to ensure accurate premium pricing.

actuary

IPA: //ˈæk.tʃu.əri//

KK: /ˈæk.tʃu.ɛr.i/

noun

Definition: A professional who uses mathematics and statistics to assess financial risks, especially in the insurance industry, by calculating things like premiums and reserves.

Example: The actuary provided the insurance company with detailed risk assessments.

acumen

IPA: /ˈæk.jʊ.mən/

KK: /ˈæk.jə.mən/

noun

Definition: The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, especially in a specific area or field.

Example: Her business acumen helped her to make profitable decisions.

addendum

IPA: /əˈdɛndəm/

KK: /əˈdɛndəm/

noun

Definition: An extra piece of information or material that is added to something, often used to provide additional details or updates, especially in books or documents.

Example: The author included an addendum to the book to address recent developments in the field.

adjustment

IPA: /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

KK: /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

noun

Definition: A change made to something in order to improve it or make it more suitable. This can involve correcting, modifying, or settling something.

Example: After reviewing the budget, the manager made an adjustment to the project costs.

administrate

IPA: //ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪt//

KK: /ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To manage or be responsible for the operation of something, such as an organization or a process.

Example: She was hired to administrate the new project effectively.

advance

IPA: /ədˈvæns/

KK: /ædˈvæns/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is done or given before a certain time, or something that is located in front or ahead of something else.

Example: Not available

intransitive verb

Definition: To move forward or make progress in a particular direction or situation.

Example: The soldiers will advance towards the enemy's position at dawn.

noun

Definition: A forward movement or step towards a goal, which can also refer to an increase in value or price. It can mean making efforts to get to know someone or to gain favor, as well as the preparations made before a public event.

Example: The company made significant advances in technology this year.

←1

...

345

...

241→