A Word a Day

Monday

quandry – A difficult situation; a practical dilemma (He was in a quandry over what to do on the weekend.)

Tuesday

coax –  to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering (She was able to coax an answer out of him.)

Wednesday

jagged – having harsh, rough or uneven quality (Hiking across the jagged mountain range was difficult.)

Thursday

toilsome – laborious (Working on a farm can be toilsome.)

Friday

renumeration – payment for work done (I was renumerated for my services.)