Eager for war… bellicose If you walk into a high school where you know no one, find the toughest looking girl in the halls and tell her she’s ugly, them’s fighting words. Or bellicose ones. Bellicose means eager for war. Bellicose is from Latin bellum “war.” A near synonym is belligerent, from the same Latin noun. You may wonder if they’re…
Leaders worth their salt are those who inspire others to be great. Whether you’re a sales manager or a CEO, bringing out the best in people you work with is key to the success of your organization. A study by Dale Carnegie Training revealed that nearly 75% of employees are disengaged at work, and one…
To stand firm staunch As an adjective, staunch means firm. You might want to go to that concert Friday night, but your parents’ staunch opposition prevents you. Staunch is sometimes used as a verb to mean “to stop the flow of a liquid,” but most usage books will tell you it’s better to use the…
“This is your favorite song’s favorite song.”
