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Words To Go is a blog for folks looking to expand and improve their everyday vocabulary.  Each day, three new words are featured with their definitions and examples of their use. 

Make a commitment to use the words both conversationally and in the written word. 


Words For Today:  February 27, 2012

 Licentious

 Nuanced

Hue

Licentious

Lascivious;  libertine;  lewd.

Going beyond customary or proper bounds or limits.

His licentious behavior was not acceptable within the corporate culture.

Nuanced

A subtle difference or distinction in expression, meaning, response.

A very slight difference or variation in color or tone.

The artist expressed himself in a nuanced fashion using depth and perception to accomplish his message.

Hue

A gradation or variety of a color.

Form or appearance.

The interior decorate was having a difficult time selecting just the right hue of blue.