whitelist

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A 'whitelist' is a record of items, such as email addresses, websites, or users that are allowed access or privileges. It's the opposite of a blacklist, which blocks certain things.

Examples in Different Contexts

For content creators, a 'whitelist' can control community interactions. A blogger might mention, 'I've whitelisted certain commentators to ensure our discussion remains positive and constructive.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

We're getting too many applications for our open positions. Perhaps we should consider initial screening.

Response:

That sounds like a good idea. Let's start a whitelist for job applicants.

Marketing

Scenario:

Our open rate for the newsletter is pretty low. We need to find a way to avoid spam filters.

Response:

We could encourage subscribers to add our email address to their whitelist. This could improve open rates.