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Word of the Day :  June 9, 2026 Deleterious adjective del-uh-TEER-ee-us What It Means Deleterious is a word used in formal speech and writing to describe something that is damaging or harmful, usually in a subtle or unexpected way. // Though effective at keeping pests away from plants, the spray is no longer used because of its deleterious effects … Continue reading Word of the Day: Deleterious

Word of the Day : June 8, 2026 Accoutrement noun uh-KOO-truh-munt What It Means An accoutrement is a piece of clothing or equipment that is used in a particular place or for a particular activity. In military contexts, accoutrement refers specifically to a soldier's outfit. The word can also refer to an identifying and often superficial characteristic or device. Accoutrement in … Continue reading Word of the Day: Accoutrement

Word of the Day : June 5, 2026 Interloper noun in-ter-LOH-per What It Means An interloper is a person who intrudes in a place or sphere of activity; they are not wanted or welcome by the other people present. // Summer residents were regarded as interlopers who lacked a commitment to the town's welfare. See the entry > … Continue reading Word of the Day: Interloper

Word of the Day :  June 4, 2026 Redolent adjective RED-uh-lunt What It Means As a synonym of aromatic, the word redolent can describe something that has a noticeable smell without specifying the scent, but more often it is accompanied by of or with and means “full of a specified fragrance,” as in “redolent with incense.” Redolent can also describe something that causes thoughts or … Continue reading Word of the Day : Redolent