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Word of the Day: March 15, 2023 Nadir noun NAY-deer What It Means Nadir refers to the lowest or worst point of something. When used in astronomy, nadir describes the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer. // Only once the novel's protagonist reaches her nadir does she arouse the reader's empathy, and we root … Continue reading Word of the Day – Nadir

Word of the Day: March 14, 2023 Gallivant What It Means Gallivant means “to go or travel to many different places for pleasure.” // She spent her gap year gallivanting around Europe with her best friend. See the entry > GALLIVANT In Context “Under normal circumstances, most of us can’t drop what we’re doing with zero notice, buy … Continue reading Word of the Day – Gallivant

Word of the Day: March 13, 2023 Apotheosis  noun uh-pah-thee-OH-sis What It Means Apotheosis means "the perfect form or example of something" or "the highest or best part of something." It can also mean "elevation to divine status; deification." // Some consider (however ironically) french fries to be the apotheosis of U.S. cuisine. // Their music reached its creative apotheosis in the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Apotheosis

Word of the Day: March 10, 2023 Factotum noun fak-TOH-tum What It Means A factotum is a person who has many diverse activities or responsibilities, and especially one whose work involves a wide variety of tasks. // After graduating from college, Natalia worked for several years as an office factotum. See the entry > FACTOTUM In Context "Francesca, one … Continue reading Word of the Day – Factotum