Vocabulary Building

VOCABULARY BUILDING

Change the 'neutral' verbs and expressions in bold in sentences 1 – 15 to more 'formal' words using the verbs / expressions in the box. Each sentence requires only one word or expression. In most cases, you will need to change the form of the verb.

• address • adjourn • adjust • administer
• admonish • analyse • annul • appeal to
• appoint • assess at • assign • audit • avert
• await • award

1. We need to examine in detail the market potential of these new products.
2. The value of the business was calculated to be £5 million.
3. The management increased their offer in the hope of stopping the strike happening.
4. It will be the HR manager's job to organise the induction programme.
5. He was given the job of checking the sales figures.
6. The contract was cancelled by the court.
7. Our accountants have been asked to examine the accounts for the last quarter.
8. When he was dismissed, he asked his union for support.
9. The chairman spoke to the sales team.
10. At the meeting it was decided to give middle management a salary increase.
11. Following a breach of safety procedures, the workers were told off by their manager.
12. We are waiting for the decision of the planning department.
13. Prices will be changed according to the current rate of inflation.
14. The chairman stopped the meeting until 3 o'clock.
15. We have chosen a new distribution manager.