WOTD AND QOTD

Word of the Day

earnest (ɜrnɪst , అర్నిస్ట)
Example
Shooting schedule will begin in earnest around June 2010.
Definition
adjective

  1. not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
    Synonyms:  businesslike
  2. characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
    Synonyms:  sincere, solemn
    “a film with a solemn social message”

    “an entirely sincere and cruel tyrant”

    “both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate”

  3. sincerely earnest
    Synonyms:  dear, devout, heartfelt
    “devout wishes for their success”

    “heartfelt condolences”

    “one’s dearest wish”

noun

  1. something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract

Quote of the Day

“The king, who cannot rule his diet, will hardly rule his realm in peace and quiet.”

Rule of Health of Salerno