Word of the Day: Gauche

Iconoclast Meaning: A person who attacks cherished beliefs or institutions. Example: He was known as an iconoclast who challenged traditions.

Munificent Meaning: Very generous. Example: The munificent donation helped build the new school.

Efficacious Meaning: Effective; producing the desired result. Example: The medicine was efficacious in treating the illness.

Lurid Meaning: Very vivid in color, especially to create an unpleasant effect. Example: The lurid details of the crime shocked…

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

Rancor Meaning: Bitterness or resentfulness. Example: There was rancor between the rival families.