TESTfunda Daily Wordlist 16-Mar-12
If you're having trouble viewing this email, see today's Wordlist on the Web. 16-Mar-12 TestFunda Home | Sign up for Newsletters | Feedback Daily Wordlist Vocabulary Flashcards | Vocabulary Test | Previous Wordlists probity [ PROH-bi-tee, PROB-i- ] [ noun ] MEANING : honesty, fidelity or integrity USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : His probity was never in question but his actions seemed suspicious. USAGE EXAMPLE 2 : Mr Begich touts his own probity, giving links to dozens of financial-disclosure reports on his website. The Economist, The challenger, Sep 4th 2008 bumptious [ BUHMP-shuh' s ] [ adjective ] MEANING : 1. crudely or loudly assertive; pushy 2. offensively self-conceited USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : The bumptious fool often spoke without thinking. USAGE EXAMPLE 2 : Playing the part ...