Word of the Day: Winsome

Deleterious Meaning: Causing harm or damage. Example: Smoking has deleterious effects on health.

Impetus Meaning: A driving force. Example: The new policy gave impetus to reforms.

Fastidious Meaning: Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail. Example: He was fastidious about keeping his workspace clean.

Deft Meaning: Neatly skillful and quick in movement. Example: The artist’s deft brushstrokes brought the painting to life.

Yen Meaning: A strong desire. Example: He had a yen for adventure.

Sycophant Meaning: A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important. Example: The manager was surrounded by sycophants.