Rapper and former “American Idol” judge Nicki Minaj tweeted this after watching BET’s Celebration of Gospel: BET, Thank u for “Celebration of Gospel 2014” – best show I’ve seen in a long time. I fell in love with Tasha Cobbs and Jonathan McReynolds — NICKI MINAJ (@NICKIMINAJ) January 27, 2015
Churlish Churlish adj. Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way. “It was rather churlish of him to complain about the small donations.” Instead of saying that someone is “Rude” use “Churlish”
Gourmand Gourmand n. A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much; gluttonous. A connoisseur of good food. “This is not the year for me to be the gourmand I’ve been in the past.” Instead of using “Bid Eater” or “Glutton” say “Gourmand”
Demonstrative Demonstrative adj. Tending to show feelings, especially the open expression of emotion. “A demonstrative argument.” Instead of saying expressive use demonstrative
Crib krib , verb, noun; 1. To pilfer or steal, especially to plagiarize. The teacher overheard the student’s plan to crib the story from the encyclopedia and warned her of the penalty. Instead of using plagiarize say crib
As parents, we are always looking out for bullies…we don’t want to find out that our child is being bullied. We are automatically on the defensive if we find that other kids might be bullying our child but what do you do if your child is the Bully? Here are top signs for you to […]
Accolade Accolade n. An expression of praise or admiration. An award or privilege granted; an acknowledgment of merit. “The scientist was given many accolades for his research.” Instead of using honor say accolade
People ask me all the time, “Darlene How do you balance it all? Being a Mom, having a career in radio and as a recording artist, being an author, songwriter, comedian, speaker, actress…How can one person be effective in juggling life?” Every day, I have a lot on my plate…I cannot do it without making […]
I wanna thank Pastor Myles and Delana Rutherford at Worship With Wonders Church in Kennesaw GA for sending me this link this morning. I have to admit, sometimes I just need to see something to remind me that God is still here and doing the things He said He would do. I saw this video and […]
Atrophy Atrophy n. A decrease in size or wasting away or progressive decline, as from disuse. “Misleading and infrequent reporting have facilitated the atrophy of self-sufficiency.” Instead of saying to Shrink use atrophy
Sherri Shepherd is returning to this year’s Stellar Awards as co-host with Rickey Smiley! The View star called Praise 102.5 WPZE recently and told Darlene McCoy what we can expect at this year’s show. As we previously reported, Praise 102.5 WPZE has been nominated and is a finalist again for Major Market Station of the Year […]
Amicable Amicable adj. Having a spirit of friendliness; without arguments or serious disagreement. “An amicable agreement was reached between the Landlord and the tenant.” Instead of saying friendly use amicable