Word of the Day

Friday: Blandishment: noun. A flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently.

Despite the salesperson’s blandishments, she decided not to purchase the product.

Saturday: Deleterious: adjective. Causing harm or damage.

The deleterious effects of pollution on the river became increasingly apparent.

Sunday: Expedite: verb. To make a process happen more quickly or efficiently.

The manager approved the request to expedite the delivery of the supplies.

Monday: Pukka: adjective. Genuine, first-rate, or of excellent quality.

The restaurant earned a reputation for serving pukka cuisine.

Tuesday: Froideur: noun. Coldness or lack of warmth in manner or attitude.

Her froideur during the meeting made collaboration difficult.

Wednesday: Gallivant: verb. To travel, roam, or move about for pleasure.

After graduation, they spent the summer gallivanting across Europe.

Thursday: Stasis: noun. A state of inactivity, stability, or little change.

After years of stasis, the small town finally began to grow again.