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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 will be featured with their definitions and examples of their use.

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

March 26, 2012

Quaint

Mirthless

Managerial

Quaint

Having an old-fashioned attractiveness or charm.

Oddly picturesque.

Harold and Maude described the community of Arthur in their postcard as quaint.

Mirthless

Gaiety or jollity, especially when accompanied by laughter.

Amusement or laughter.

The crowd showed their enthusiasm and mirthless spirit when the entertainer made his entrance on stage.

Managerial

Pertaining to leading; leadership.

Responsible for others.

Martin served in a managerial role when he worked for Robbins Industrial Foundations.