maxim [mak-sim] (noun) - saying: a saying that has some proven truth to it
*I believe in the maxim: life is what you make it. facet [fas-it] (noun) - aspect of something: a part or possible aspect of something *We should look at all the facets of this problem before we decide on anything. intimidate [in-tim-i-deyt] (verb) - to frighten somebody into doing or not doing something, e.g. by means of violence or blackmail; threaten *You shouldn't intimidate your students on the first day of classes. offset [awf-set] (verb) - counteract something: to balance or make up for something *The cost of the equipment might be expensive but it will be offset by saving time and effort. progress [prog-res] (noun) - motion toward something: movement forward or onward *How's our progress on the new product? cordon off [kawr-dn awf] (phrasal verb) – separate *The crime scene was cordoned off by the police. ensure [en-shoor] (verb) - make something certain: to make sure that something will happen or be available *I ensure you that this house is a good investment. weed out [weed out] (idiom) – remove unwanted element *We should weed out the problematic elements of our program. bond [bond] (noun) - link between people: a link that binds people together in a relationship *Our bond is strengthened by the constant reminder of our marriage vows to respect and communicate with each other. toxic [tok-sik] (adjective) - something to describe an event as being too busy or hectic. It can also be used to describe a stressful person. *She can't continue the exercise program because of her toxic work schedule. References: http://dictionary.reference.com Microsoft® Encarta® 2007. © 1993-2006 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. |