Thursday, July 29, 2010

[Word Powers] Today's Words

Asperity (uh-spair-uh-tee) (noun) : Harshness or sharpness of tone, temper, or manner; severity;

When asked to make a contribution, Roger glared and said with asperity, "I gave at the office."

               

Conn (kahn) (verb) : To conduct or direct the steering of (as a ship).

The captain successfully conned his ship through the ice-packed waters.

 



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