The importance of a good vocabulary — and how to build yours

Mark Twain once said, “The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug.” The more words you know, the better your chances of coming up with the right one. That is the point of this recent article by Troy Simpson. In it, he explains how a good vocabulary can enhance your power to persuade. Toward the end, he offers some concrete suggestions to help you build your vocabulary.