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Word of the Day : July 14, 2023 Comprise verb kum-PRYZE What It Means Comprise is a verb that first meant "to be made up of (something); to include or consist of (something)." It still carries that meaning but today it also often means "to make up or form (something)," though some object to this use. Comprise can also mean … Continue reading Word of the Day – Comprise

Word of the Day : July 13, 2023 Outlandish adjective out-LAN-dish What It Means Outlandish describes things that are strikingly strange or unusual; in this use, it's a synonym of bizarre. Outlandish can also describe things, such as claims, rumors, and accusations, that go beyond reasonable limits or standards. // One of the author's greatest strengths is her ability to write outlandish characters … Continue reading Word of the Day – Outlandish

Word of the Day : July 11, 2023 Loquacious adjective loh-KWAY-shus What It Means Someone described as loquacious might also be called wordy (prone to using more words than considered necessary when talking) or garrulous (tending to talking a lot). // She's the loquacious host of a weekly news podcast. See the entry > LOQUACIOUS In Context “He is the most well-read city … Continue reading Word of the Day – Loquacious

Word of the Day : July 10, 2023 Bon Vivant noun bahn-vee-VAHNT What It Means A bon vivant is a sociable person who has cultivated and refined tastes especially with respect to food and drink. // She has become something of a bon vivant since moving to Paris, going out most nights and delighting in the city's many famous … Continue reading Word of the Day – Bon Vivant