Verb > Sacrifice

1 : to give up (something that you want to keep) especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone (+ object) She’s had to sacrifice a lot for her family. He sacrificed his personal life Read More …

Verb > Mesmerize

Mesmerize means “to hold the attention of someone entirely; to interest or amaze someone so much that nothing else is seen or noticed.” The word is often used in the phrase “be mesmerized.” The crowd was mesmerized by the flawlessly Read More …

Noun > Brownie points

(plural) informal praise, credit, or approval that a person gets from someone (such as a boss or a teacher) for doing something good or helpful He’s trying to earn/win/get brownie points (from the boss) by offering to work more overtime.

Verb > Deflect

1 a : (+ object) : to cause (something that is moving) to change direction armor that can deflect bullets The goalie deflected the ball with his hands. b : (no object) : to hit something and suddenly change direction Read More …

Noun > Humanitarian

(count) a person who works to make other people’s lives better She has been recognized as a great humanitarian for her efforts to end world hunger. humanitarian adjective, always used before a noun humanitarian efforts humanitarian aid (=help or money Read More …