Monday, September 10, 2007

winsome

Main Entry: win·some

Pronunciation: 'win(t)-s&m

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English winsum, from Old English wynsum, from wynn joy; akin to Old High German wunna joy, Latin venus desire -- more at WIN

1 : generally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence < a winsome smile>

2 : CHEERFUL, LIGHTHEARTED
- win·some·ly adverb
- win·some·ness noun

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