The term "active vocabulary" refers to words we use in our everyday speech and writing. Synonyms for this term include "productive vocabulary," which refers to words we actively use when speaking or writing, or "expressive vocabulary," which refers to the words we use to express our thoughts and ideas. Another synonym is "working vocabulary," which describes the words we use regularly in our work or profession. Additionally, words in our active vocabulary can be referred to as "used vocabulary," "familiar vocabulary," or simply "vocabulary in use." Whatever the term used, it is important to continually expand and improve our active vocabulary to communicate more effectively in any setting.