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Word of the Day : October 13, 2025 Penultimate adjective pih-NUL-tuh-mut What It Means Penultimate means "occurring immediately before the last one," or in other words, "next to last." A formal adjective, it is always used before the noun it modifies. // The penultimate episode of the TV series features some shocking plot twists that set up what will … Continue reading Word of the Day: Penultimate

Word of the Day : October 9, 2025 Duress noun dur-RESS What It Means Duress, which is typically used with under, refers to force or threats meant to make someone do something. It is used especially of unlawful coercion. // The defense asserts that the defendant’s confession was made under duress. See the entry > DURESS In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day: Duress

Word of the Day : October 7, 2025 Candor noun KAN-der What It Means Candor refers to the quality of being open, sincere, and honest. // During the interview, the comedian spoke with candor about the nervousness she feels every time she takes the stage. See the entry > CANDOR In Context “When Malika Andrews sat down to chat … Continue reading Word of the Day: Candor

Word of the Day : October 6, 2025 Embarrass  verb im-BAIR-us What It Means To embarrass someone is to make them feel confused and foolish in front of other people. // Unexpected laughter embarrassed the speaker. See the entry > EMBARRASS In Context “Going public creates accountability and makes backing out harder. Every creator wishes they’d started sooner. … Continue reading Word of the Day: Embarrass