And, last but not least, the final installment of this series. I will likely have more to share in the future, but for now, this is it.
While creating these posts, I had visions of treasure hunts in my head, and all I could keep thinking about was a quote from one of my favorite movies - "HEYYYY YOU GUYSSS!!!". Not really relevant here, but thought I would share in case there are any other Goonies fans out there.
Find ways to keep track of your word treasures - it is interesting to look back on every now and again.
Today’s Word Gems
- Ersatz (adjective) - being a visually artificial and inferior substitute or imitation
- Influence, pg 233 - “To defend ourselves against misleading appeals containing ersatz authentics, we should always ask, ‘Is this authority truly an expert?’”
- Opprobrium (noun) - harsh criticism or censure
- Thinking Fast & Slow, pg 306 - “Our overarching question was whether the opprobrium attached to unfairness imposes constraints on profit-seeking.”
- Mete (verb) - dispense or allot justice, a punishment or harsh treatment
- Mindset, pg 124 - “When bosses mete out humiliation, a change comes over the place.”
- Profligate (adjective) - recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources.
- Thinking Fast & Slow, pg 416 - “System 1 is not constrained by capacity limits and is profligate in its computations.”
Ponder This
- How can you ensure that using a richer vocabulary enhances, rather than hinders, clear communication in your professional life?
- In what ways can regularly expanding your vocabulary contribute to your personal and professional development?
Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
Books
- Thinking Fast & Slow - Daniel Kahneman
- Influence - Robert Cialdini
- Mindset - Carol Dweck
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