Business & Economics Vocabulary

To supply land with water by artificial means, typically to help crops grow.

The temporary or permanent termination of employment for economic or business reasons.

A book or digital record of financial transactions, typically used in accounting.

A legal responsibility or financial debt; something that puts one at a disadvantage.

To convert assets into cash, often by selling them; to close a business and settle its debts.

Domestic animals raised on a farm for profit, such as cattle or sheep.

In or to a particular area or neighborhood; at a local level.

Lucrative describes something that produces a great deal of profit or financial gain.

A public declaration of policies, goals, or intentions, often issued by a political group or organiz...

To walk with regular, measured steps, often in a group as a sign of protest or ceremony.

A small, usually metal disk bearing a design, awarded as a prize, honor, or commemorative object.

A brief written message, typically sent internally in a business or organization.

A written note or communication, often formal, used in business or diplomacy.

Relating to trade, commerce, or merchants; commercial.

The act of combining two or more companies, organizations, or things into one.

A person who possesses wealth amounting to one million or more units of currency.

Relating to money or currency.

Large, powerful, and often rigid or impersonal; composed of a single material or unified element.

The exclusive control or ownership of a particular market or service.

Capable of being discussed or bargained over; also means transferable, especially for a financial in...

The practice of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs, in business or politi...

Not supporting either side in a conflict, debate, or competition. It can also refer to a color lacki...

A specialized segment or position, often in a market or ecosystem.

Located or operating away from the coast, especially out at sea or in a foreign country with favorab...

In disagreement or competition with something; resistant.

Resistance, argument, or competition against something or someone.

In a way that avoids synthetic inputs, especially in agriculture; also used to describe something gr...

To force someone out of a position or place.

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or process.

To move faster than or surpass in development or achievement.

To tax excessively; to impose too much demand on someone or something.

A person with whom one associates, especially in a business, relationship, or activity.

A person who supports a business, artist, cause, or organization, often financially.

The support given to a person, organization, or cause, especially financial support or the custom of...

To support a person, organization, or business by buying goods or services; also, to speak or act to...

Relating to money or financial matters.

The quality of continuing to try despite difficulties or setbacks.

To cause someone to do something by reasoning or argument.

To turn or rotate on a central point; also, a crucial change in strategy or direction.

The system of pipes, tanks, and fixtures used for water supply and waste disposal in a building.

To fall sharply or rapidly; a sudden, dramatic drop.

To engage in a trade or business; also, to carry on a regular service, or to work with something ste...

A small bag used to carry money and personal items; also, a person's financial resources.

The office or term of a president, especially of a country or organization.

A thorough investigation or a physical device used to explore or examine.

Financial gain obtained when revenue exceeds expenses.

An estimate or forecast of a future situation; an extension or image thrown forward.

A statement or assertion that expresses a concept or belief; a suggestion or offer for consideration...

A person who owns or manages a business or property.

A form of business ownership in which one individual owns and operates the business, assuming full f...

An official document providing details about an investment, business, or educational institution for...

To be or become successful, especially financially; to thrive.

The state of being prosperous; financial success or good fortune.

Flourishing financially; successful and rich.

Favoring trade policies that restrict imports to protect domestic industries.

Relating to a region outside the capital or cultural center; also means unsophisticated.

A supply of something, especially food; also means a stipulation in a legal document.

To inquire too closely into someone else's private affairs; to use force to open something.

Occurring every three months; financial or statistical reports issued four times a year.

A loud, unpleasant noise; also refers to an illegal or dishonest business scheme.