item

Vocabulary Word

Definition

In most contexts, 'item' refers to a thing, object, or piece of something. If you are shopping, each thing you buy is an 'item.'

Examples in Different Contexts

In scriptwriting, an 'item' could refer to a prop listed in a scene. A director might say, 'Ensure that the vintage lamp, an important item, is visible in the shot.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

Looking at these designs, I think there's an opportunity to be more creative with our color selection.

Response:

I can adjust the color of each item to make sure they complement each other.

Business

Scenario:

Our inventory seems to be running low on some of the bestselling products. We need to restock soon.

Response:

I agree, let's order more of the bestselling item before we run out of stock.