delivering
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.bringing letters, parcels, or goods to a specific person or place.
v.the act of transporting and handing over letters, packages, or purchased goods to the intended recipient.
Simple“The company is delivering the new sofa to our house this afternoon.”
In context“By delivering the medical supplies directly to the remote clinic, the charity ensured that the vaccines remained at the required temperature.”
Usageoften used with the preposition 'to' for the recipient or destination.
SynonymsAntonymscollectingpicking up - 02 B1 Intermediate
v.giving a speech, a talk, or a presentation to an audience.
v.the oral presentation or formal communication of a speech, lecture, or verdict.
Simple“She was nervous about delivering her presentation in front of the whole class.”
In context“The professor spent hours refining his tone, knowing that delivering the keynote address required both clarity and a sense of occasion.”
Usagefrequently collocates with 'speech', 'lecture', or 'presentation'.
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.providing what you promised or what people expect from you.
v.producing or providing a promised or expected result, service, or benefit.
Simple“The new manager is focused on delivering better results for the team.”
In context“The software company faced significant pressure from investors after failing to show they were delivering the promised updates on schedule.”
Usageoften used in business contexts regarding promises or targets.
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of bringing something to a place.
n.the action or process of distributing or bringing something to a destination.
Simple“The delivering of the mail happens every morning at ten o'clock.”
In context“The efficient delivering of emergency aid was hampered by the damaged infrastructure following the storm.”
Usagefunctions as a gerund noun describing the process.
Synonyms
Usage delivering aid