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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 10, 2012

Astute

Brusque

Berate

Astute

Of keen penetration or discernment; sagacious.
Clever; cunning; ingenious; shrewd.

I thought that George's comments during the meeting we astute bringing insight that the group had not considered.

Brusque

Abrupt in manner; blunt; rough.

Her manner was brusque as if she had no time to discuss the matter with me.

Berate

To scold; rebuke.

Hope seemed to enjoy the opportunity to berate Jack's ideas once he had finished his presentation.