23 September 2022

Tumult: A state of confusion or disorder. 

• If a proper theory of business was desirable in optimistic times, surely the tumult that marked so much of the century would make it all the more essential. (HBR)

12 September 2022

Disparagingly: In a critical or unkind way that shows you do not respect someone or something

• Others in Lahore spoke vaguely and somewhat disparagingly of him, saying he had converted to Christianity and entered a seminary in the United States.  

Draw out: Make something last longer; gently or subtly induce someone to talk more.

• He was aware of my ignorance and could not be drawn out.  

Votary: A person, such as monk or nun, who has made vows of dedication; a dedicated follower, adherent or advocate of someone or something.

• I wondered whether today's Pakistan, besieged by votaries of the militant Islam, was not more tolerant than the Pakistan of 1958. 

3 September 2022

Comeuppance: A punishment or fate that someone deserves.

• We all hope our merits will be recognized-and it's a jarring comeuppance when they are not. (Dorie Clark)