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Words

By: Doug Brimmer
Posted: Thursday, November 27, 2008

In the business world, people are often judged by the Words they use in conversation and correspondence. Right or wrong, the size of your Vocabulary influences the way others perceive you and is often a factor in career advancement. Here at CubeThink one of our activities is Constantly Learning and believe that we should always strive to expand our Vocabulary. We hope that by learning and using the Words we list, you may benefit both personally and professionally.

We are always excited to receive your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts about this list and recommendations for additional Words to add. Please submit your feedback to comments@cubethink.com.

The following drop down box lists all the Words we have featured in the Words Folder.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Groundhog Day   (noun)

Definition:    1.) February 2 observed traditionally as a day that indicates six more weeks of winter if sunny or an early spring if cloudy

Example: On this Groundhog Day, my Kids and I eagerly waited by the television in order to see Punxsutawney Phil and we were crossing our fingers hoping that he did not see his shadow. Unfortunately he did see his shadow, but, oh well, we still went on our merry old way.



Saturday, February 4, 2012

sonsy   (adjective)

Definition:    1.) buxom, comely

Example: I believe that you can use the word sonsy to describe not only a woman, but also a man.



Monday, February 6, 2012

paper tiger   (noun)

Definition:    1.) one that is outwardly powerful or dangerous but inwardly weak or ineffectual

Example: One skill that will take a person far in the Business or Political Worlds is the ability to tell the difference between a paper tiger and a real tiger. You can develop the correct strategy for handling a person if you can tell which one they are.



Wednesday, February 8, 2012

seriate   (verb)

Definition:    1.) to arrange in a series

Example: In the perfect world you would love to seriate your To Do's in order to reduce your stress and the complexity of your tasks. But in Business and Politics you do not have the luxury of seriating To Do's and instead must do just about everything concurrently which of course is fraught with danger.



Friday, February 10, 2012

kvell   (verb)

Definition:    1.) to be extraordinarily proud - rejoice

Example: As a parent, and I know situations are always different, but it is just about impossible to not be kvell about your children.



Sunday, February 12, 2012

yare   (adjective)

Definition:    1.) set for action - ready
                            2.) characterized by speed and agility - nimble, lively
                            3.) handy
                            4.) maneuverable

Example: When I wrestle around with my son, he is always yare and set to jump, kick, and squeal instantly.



Tuesday, February 14, 2012

valentine   (noun)

Definition:    1.) a sweetheart chosen or complimented on Valentine's Day
                            2.) a gift or greeting sent or given especially to a sweetheart on Valentine's Day especially a greeting card sent on this day
                            3.) something (as a movie or piece of writing) expressing uncritical praise or affection - tribute

Example: One of the things I look forward to on Valentine's Day is placing a small box of chocolates on the kitchen counter for my wife and each of our kids with a note asking, "Will you be my Valentine?"



Thursday, February 16, 2012

louche   (adjective)

Definition:    1.) not reputable or decent

Example: I constantly hear complaints that Political Ads being aired today are louche. But after reading about Presidential Campaigns over the past two hundred years, believe it or not, things have not really changed a lot.





Our Definition Source: Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary

Eleventh Edition

Our Definition Source:	Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary
	Eleventh Edition