Comfort/Comfortable Do you offer rooms in a Bed and Breakfast with all the comforts of home? Can those who visit your pub sit in comfort by the fire on icy days? Does your mindfulness course help people feel comfortable in their own skin? Can you give people the confidence to feel comfortable standing up […]
Introduce Merriam-Webster defines “introduce” as “to bring (someone, such as an actor or singer) before the public for the first time.” It’s exciting to be introduced to something. I remember being introduced to Chinese food. I was 12. Raised on traditional British meat and two veg fare, I knew I was going to get something […]
Effective If something is effective it does what it’s supposed to. Here’s what the Merriam-Webster dictionary says. No-one wants to waste their time or money on something that isn’t effective. Remember the advert for wallpaper paste from the ‘70s? If not, or you’re a little too young, check it out the link at the bottom […]
Vibrant Think about colour for a moment. There are three primary colours, plus black (the absorption of colour) and white (a mix of all primary colours). Think of all the shades and hues we can get from that. A brilliant kaleidoscope of shades from dazzling neon lights to shimmering fabrics. All of them vibrant. What […]
Instant What do we want? [Fill in the blank!] When do we want it? NOW! In a culture of instant gratification, instant messages, instant films or TV series, it’s hard for us to wait. “Instant” or “instantly” taps into this desire to have things now. Your customers might learn a meditation secret as soon as […]
Magic/Magically Magic! The mystery, the beauty, the unlimited delight. . . ultimate power . . . Do you want to be beautiful? Healthy? Wealthy? Wise? Do you want life to be relaxing, joyful, exciting or overflowing with domestic contentment? Someone, somewhere, has the magical formula to give you whatever you want. That’s the magic of this […]
Confidential You hear Danny DeVito’s voice, against a backdrop of wholesome images of 1950’s American. . . He’s pulling you in with a voice rich in sordid delight… “Remember dear readers, you heard it here first. Off the record … on the QT … and very … Hush-Hush.” LA Confidential. It’s a great film. Corruption, […]
Controversial So, what was that secret I talked about last week? It’s all wrapped up in this next word. Scandal and controversy – we love it! But, handle with care. Words like “controversy” or “controversial” come with a warning label. A good copywriter knows when to push this hot button and when to back away. […]