Word of the Week

Tractable means docile; capable of being easily managed or controlled.

For example, “The new salesperson seemed too tractable to Keith, so he fired him.“

Impugn means to oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity.

For example, “Keith felt that the VP’s comments impugned his integrity.“

Haggard means tired; exhausted.

For example, “After a marathon session of endless meetings, Keith felt haggard.“

Mellifluous means having a smooth rich flow.

For example, “Keith’s mellifluous voice could be heard well beyond the shower where he was singing.“

Recondite means obscure; arcane; something that is little known.

For example, “The HR manual’s section on paid time off was so recondite that Keith threw the book away.“

Incongruous means incompatible; not harmonious; inconsistent.

For example, “Keith felt that the new design for the headquarters building was an incongruous mix of modern and baroque.“