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Word of the Day : June 22, 2023 Jaundiced adjective JAWN-dist What It Means Jaundiced means “showing or influenced by feelings of distrust, distaste, or hostility.” Someone described as jaundiced, or as possessing jaundiced opinions or views, is typically understood to feel that way because of negative past experiences. // She developed a very jaundiced view of politics and politicians … Continue reading Word of the Day – Jaundiced

Word of the Day : June 21, 2023 Assuage verb uh-SWAYJ What It Means Assuage is a formal word most often used when the intensity of something painful or distressing, such as guilt or fear, is being lessened, as in “efforts to assuage their concerns.” Assuage can also mean “satisfy” or “alleviate.” // City officials tried to assuage neighbors' concerns about the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Assuage

Word of the Day : June 20, 2023 Nudnik noun NOOD-nik (the "OO" is as in "good") What It Means Nudnik refers to a person who is a bore or nuisance. // She dreads family gatherings, as her nudnik of a brother-in-law is always sure to be there droning on about this or that. See the entry > NUDNIK In … Continue reading Word of the Day – Nudnik

Word of the Day: June 19, 2023  Indomitable adjective in-DAH-muh-tuh-bul What It Means Indomitable is a formal word used to describe something that is impossible to defeat or discourage. // Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, and honors the indomitable spirit of African Americans past and present fighting for justice, liberation, and the fulfillment of … Continue reading Word of the Day – Indomitable