# >> Continuing Education >> Be Self Taught

How to Learn a Word a Day From the Dictionary

A good vocabulary is an asset that can help you in many situations, such as college applications or job interviews. Knowing how to use sophisticated words in the right context will impress teachers, colleagues and employers -- you may even impress yourself! A large vocabulary can make you sound more educated and experienced than your competition. It is important to keep learning and using new words on a regular basis if you want to increase your vocabulary. Keep a pocket-size dictionary with you as much as possible so you don't slack off and forget to keep learning new words daily.

Dictionary

Instructions

- 1
  Select a random word from your dictionary. Study the definition, meaning and example sentences provided in your dictionary until you are certain of its meaning and usage in a sentence.
- 2
  Create three sentences using the new word and write them down.
- 3
  Use the new word in a sentence while talking to someone. You may have to be creative, especially if it is a medical term or very strange-sounding word. Bring up a news topic or mention a study you read to justify using the new word in a sentence.
- 4
  Repeat Steps 1, 2 and 3 daily. Try using combinations of your new words in conversation regularly when any opportunity presents itself.

Borrowed Ideas in Roman Architecture

The Economic Impacts of Natural Disasters

Be Self Taught