Words of the day (6/3/2015)

VOCABULARY

DISARRAY (noun)
Definition:
the state of being confused and having no organization or of being untidy.
Example:
- The news had thrown his plans into disarray.
- Her clothes were in disarray.

PLEASANTRY (noun)
Definition:
a polite and often slightly humorous remark, usually made to help other people feel relaxed.
Example:
After exchanging pleasantries, the delegation revealed the purpose of their visit.

TRANQUILITY (noun)
Definition:
a peaceful, calm state, without noise, violence, worry, etc.
Example:
I love the tranquility of the countryside.

INVECTIVE (noun)
Definition:
criticism that is very forceful, unkind, and often rude:
Example:
A stream of invective from some sectors of the press continues to assail the government.

APHORISM (noun)
Definition:
a short clever saying that is intended to express a general truth.
Example:
Oscar Wilde was famous for such aphorisms as "Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes".