PERT
Her pert response to the professor’s question made the whole class chuckle.
Fun Fact
“Pert” once meant “clever” in Middle English but evolved to describe liveliness with a hint of sass. A “pert nose” is small and upturned, while a “pert remark” has just enough spunk to be amusing, not offensive.
WIN-sum
(adjective) Attractive or appealing in a sweet, innocent, or endearing way.
Her winsome smile put everyone at ease the moment she walked into the room.
From Old English wynn, meaning “joy” or “delight.”
Fun Fact
What makes someone winsome isn’t glamour or sophistication—it’s warmth. Historically, the word described a gentle, genuine charm tied to childlike sincerity or kindness. In literature, winsome characters are the ones who brighten a scene simply by being in it, offering a kind of soft charisma that feels authentic rather than flashy.
Today's Word Vituperate vye-TOO-puh-rayt Definition (verb) To criticize or speak...
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