Understanding Vocabulary Insights

Study Notes

Vocabulary

Vintage: Refers to something of high quality, often associated with a specific period in the past. For example, a vintage car is an old car that is highly sought after because of its age and craftsmanship.
To grasp: To understand something fully or to take hold of something firmly.
Spending Spree: A period of excessive spending, often characterized by impulsive purchases.
Fencing (Special Skills): The art of using a sword for combat or as a competitive sport. It requires skill, precision, and physical dexterity.
Psyche: The human mind or soul. It encompasses our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Poised: Calm, confident, and controlled in behavior and appearance.
To appreciate: To recognize the value or quality of something, or to be grateful for something.
Speak of the devil: A phrase used when someone you've been talking about suddenly appears.
Nepotistic: Favoring family members over others, especially in employment or promotions.
Butterfly Investments: A type of investment strategy focused on small, early-stage companies with potential for rapid growth.
Juggling (numbers): An action that involves managing multiple financial commitments or tasks simultaneously.
Fiscal (crisis): A period of severe financial difficulty, often characterized by government debt and economic decline.
Abandon (a sinking ship): To leave a situation that is failing, especially when it is no longer considered safe or beneficial.
Income: The money you earn from employment, investments, or other sources.
Debt: Money owed to another person or organization.
Backup Plan: An alternative plan to be implemented if the primary plan fails.
Lazy Eye: A condition where one eye does not look directly at the same point as the other eye.
Decent (clothes): Suitable, respectable clothing that meets a basic standard of quality and appearance.