Worldly 1/19/2025

arduous

Requiring much effort; very difficult.

canny

Shrewd and careful; watchful of one's own interests.

climax

The highest point; the greatest moment or event.

endorse

To sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it.

exuberant

Happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm.

exuberance

The quality of being exuberant.

intrepid

Feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous.

kindle

To start burning.

kindling

Sticks used to start a fire.

lucrative

Producing wealth or profit.

mentor

A wise and loyal friend and adviser.

obsession

An interest, idea, or feeling that fills one's mind and leaves little room for anything else.

personable

Pleasing in manner and appearance.

proficient

Able to do something very well; skillful.

proficiency

The quality of being proficient.

scanty

Not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount.

strait

A narrow body of water connecting two larger ones.

straits

Trouble or need.

zest

Great enjoyment; excitement.

zestful

Full of zest.