10 words you should know in your 30s 💰
Money, contract & negotiation words. Words for salary talks, leases and loans, big purchases and managing a team. Count how many you already know, then take the quiz.
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frugal adjective
Careful not to waste money.
“Being frugal in your 30s buys you options in your 40s.”
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prudent adjective
Wise and careful about the future.
“It's prudent to keep six months of expenses in savings.”
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stipulate verb
To specify as a condition of a deal.
“Read what the lease stipulates about early termination.”
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concede verb
To admit or give up a point.
“In a negotiation, concede small points to win the big one.”
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scrutinize verb
To examine closely.
“Scrutinize every fee before you sign a mortgage.”
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exacerbate verb
To make a problem worse.
“Ignoring credit card debt only exacerbates it.”
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compromise noun
A deal where each side gives a little.
“A good compromise leaves both sides a little unhappy.”
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substantiate verb
To back up with evidence.
“Substantiate your raise request with numbers, not feelings.”
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circumspect adjective
Cautious and unwilling to take risks.
“Be circumspect about “guaranteed” investment returns.”
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ascertain verb
To find out for certain.
“Ascertain the total cost, not just the monthly payment.”
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