Word of the Day: Iconoclast

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

Hackneyed Meaning: Overused and unoriginal. Example: The film was full of hackneyed clichés.

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

Juxtapose Meaning: Place or deal with close together for contrasting effect. Example: The exhibition juxtaposed modern art with classical pieces.

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

Sagacious Meaning: Wise; having good judgment. Example: The sagacious leader guided the country through crisis.