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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 these words both conversationally and in the written word.

Words For Today:  July 7, 2012

Catalyst

Innate

Virility

Catalyst

A substance that causes or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected.
Something that causes activity between two or more persons or forces without itself being affected.
A person or thing that precipitates and event or change.

Reginald has really been the catalyst for the group to come together and accomplish their goal. 

Innate

Existing in one from birth; inborn; native.
Inherent in the essential character of something.

James believes that leadership and character are innate qualities that one is born with. 

Virility

The state or quality of being virile; manly character, vigor or spirit; masculinity.
The power of procreation.

John is convinced that his healthy lifesytle and driving work ethic have contributed to his virility late in life.