Intersperse means to insert something at intervals among other things.
For example, “Keith opted to intersperse the good news with the bad news about the branch closings.”
Word of the Week: Laudable
Laudable means worthy of praise, commendable.
For example, “While the intern’s report was poorly written, Keith felt it was a laudable attempt.”
Professional Writing
When corresponding with customers and executives, keep it professional. Professional writing is formal—no clipped sentences, no jokes, no slang, etc.—yet has a friendly, conversational tone. To achieve a professional, friendly tone, role play as a journalist for a high-end publication while writing. Think of your business document as more of an article in The Wall Street Journal.
Word of the Week: Nebbish
Nebbish means a timid, weak or ineffectual person.
For example, “Keith considered his boss’ cousin a nebbish and would never have hired him.”
Word of the Week: Empirical
Empirical means an opinion or fact based on something you observed or experienced rather than on theory or logic.
For example, “Keith wanted the company’s annual report to be supported with empirical evidence whenever possible.”
Word of the Week: Kakistocracy
Kakistocracy means a country or society governed by its least competent citizens.
For example, “Keith took heart when he discovered the low number of kakistocracies in the world.”