UNDER WAY
/ ˈʌn dərˈweɪ / [UHN-der-WEY] (adv.)
– currently happening
Example: Our plans to build an attic in our house are under way.
Additional info: Synonyms of under way include in progress and ongoing.
RESIDENTIAL
/ ˌrɛz ɪˈdɛn ʃəl / [rez-i-DEN-shuh l] (adj.)
– referring to an area where people live
Example: The building has both residential and office units.
Additional info: An antonym of residential is commercial, which refers to an area where businesses are located.
YEAR-ROUND
/ yɪər raʊnd / [yeer-round] (adv.)
– throughout the year
Example: The beach resort operates year-round.
Additional info: Year-round can also be used as an adjective to refer to something that happens throughout the year.
NEWCOMER
/ ˈnuˌkʌm ər / [NOO-kuhm-er] (n.)
– someone who is new at something
Example: My dad, a chef, is not a newcomer to the restaurant business.
Additional info: Synonyms of newcomer include beginner and amateur.
FEAT
/ fiːt / [feet] (n.)
– a great accomplishment in a specific industry
Example: Egypt is known for ancient architectural feats like pyramids.
Additional info: Achievement is a synonym of feat.
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