Word of the Day: Venerable

Terse Meaning: Brief and to the point. Example: His terse reply ended the conversation.

Urbane Meaning: Polite and refined. Example: The urbane gentleman impressed the guests.

Pernicious Meaning: Having a harmful effect in a gradual way. Example: The rumor had a pernicious effect on morale.

Zealot Meaning: A person who is fanatical about a cause. Example: The zealot refused to listen to any opposing views.

Benevolent Meaning: Well meaning and kindly. Example: She was a benevolent leader.

Cacophony Meaning: A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds. Example: The cacophony of the city traffic was overwhelming.