/indəˈskrībəbəl/, adjective: 1. too unusual or extreme to be described “There is that indescribable freshness and unconsciousness about an illiterate person that humbles and mocks the power of the noblest expressive genius.” Walt Whitman, 1819 – 1892 “We all have such common ways to identify with each other, and I think when you approach music in that organic way, it’s almost indescribable how it... Read More

/dəˈskəv(ə)rē/, noun: 1. the action or process of finding or learning something for the first time; the act of discovering something “Transformation is a process, and as life happens there are tons of ups and downs. It’s a journey of discovery – there are moments on mountaintops and moments in deep valleys of despair.” Rick Warren, 1954 – “Love is but the discovery of... Read More

/ɡəmpSH(ə)n/, noun: 1. bold or spirited initiative and resourcefulness “A person filled with gumption doesn’t sit around dissipating and stewing about things. He’s at the front of the train of his own awareness, watching to see what’s up the track and meeting it when it comes. That’s gumption.” Robert M. Pirsig,1928 – 2. common sense “…Anyone with gumption and a sharp mind will take... Read More

Ensure /inˈSHo͝or/, verb: 1. make certain “We educated, privileged lawyers have a professional and moral duty to represent the underrepresented in our society, to ensure that justice exists for all, both legal and economic justice.” Justice Sonia Sotomayor, 1954 – 2. secure or obtain (a thing for a person, etc.) “Our real problem, then, is not our strength today; it is rather the vital... Read More

/inˈteləjəns/, noun: 1.a. ability to quickly acquire and apply knowledge and skills “There are no great limits to growth because there are no limits of human intelligence, imagination, and wonder.” Ronald Reagan, 1911 – 2004 1.b. (of a person or animal) quickness of understanding; wisdom “Intelligence without ambition is a bird without wings.” Salvador Dali, 1904 – 1989. 2. the collection of information, especially... Read More

/nəriSHmənt/, noun: 1.a. food or drink that supplies the body with what is necessary for life, health, and growth; sustenance “Food brings people together on many different levels. It’s nourishment of the soul and body; it’s truly love.” Giada De Laurentiis, 1970 – 1.b. substance necessary for growth, strength, and continuity “True silence is the rest of the mind, and is to the spirit... Read More

/ɡärdn/, noun: 1. a piece of ground used for growing, especially flowers or vegetables “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” Marcus Tullius Cicero, 107BC – 44BC “No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden.” Thomas Jefferson, 1943 – 1826 2. ornamental grounds laid... Read More

/prīz/ noun: 1. something that can be won in a competition, race, lottery, etc. “Be it jewel or toy, not the prize gives the joy, but the striving to win the prize.” Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton, 1803 – 1873 2. a reward given as a symbol of victory or superiority “No one undertakes research in physics with the intention of winning a prize. It is... Read More

/ˈenərjē/, noun: 1. force, vigor; capacity for activity “Energy rightly applied and directed will accomplish anything.” Elizabeth Jane Cochrane (Nellie Bly), May 5, 1864 – 1922. 2. (in pl.) individual powers in use “Don’t dwell on what went wrong. Instead, focus on what to do next. Spend your energies on moving forward toward finding the answer.” Denis Waitley, 1993 – 3. Physics the capacity... Read More

/härˈmōnēəs/, adjective: 1. pleasant sounding; tuneful “Music is the harmonious voice of creation; an echo of the invisible world.” Giuseppe Mazzini, 1805-1872. 2. forming a pleasing or consistent whole “A man is not rightly conditioned until he is a happy, healthy, and prosperous being; and happiness, health, and prosperity are the result of a harmonious adjustment of the inner with the outer of the... Read More