Word of the Day

lodestar

[lohd-stahr]

noun:

something that serves as a guide or on which attention is fixed

Explanation

A lodestar is something that helps you navigate life. Originally referring to the North Star, it now also means anything that directs your choices or values. When you need direction and guidance, whether literal or figurative, look to your lodestar.

Example: Her dedication to helping others was the lodestar that shaped her career.