Monday, February 28, 2011

THE BOOKWORM SOFA -monday edition's top 5

LEARNING TERMS IN LEISURE AND STYLE



1.) pariah- outcast.
"The group may treat a new member like a pariah."

2.) winsome- Generally pleasing; cheerful.
"Your winsome expression tells me you're happy to see me."



3.) caprice- Impulsive notion.
"Employees have complained of being at the mercy of the manager's every whim and caprice."
"Jetting off to Bali is the kind of caprice he's known for."



4.) pander- To cater to other's weaknesses. An illicit or illegal offer, usually to tempt.
"Don't pander to the voters."


5.) hermetic- Airtight; impervious.
"My container has a hermetic seal."

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