Word of the Day – Trenchant

Trenchant adjective TREN-chun What It Means Trenchant is a formal word that is usually used to describe communication that is notably strong, clear, and perceptive, or in other words, “sharp.” // The author’s trenchant wit was very evident in the critique she wrote of the much-acclaimed film. // Trenchant insights made eloquently by the speaker clearly affected many of those in … Continue reading Word of the Day – Trenchant

Word of the Day – Sapient

Sapient adjective SAY-pee-unt What It Means Sapient is a formal word that means “possessing or expressing great wisdom.” // She was grateful to have in her mentor an ever-reliable source of sapient career advice. See the entry > SAPIENT In Context “Many wise and sapient social historians have written on the American cult, and invention, of the weekend. It was only … Continue reading Word of the Day – Sapient