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Word of the Day - Plausible Word of the Day : May 2, 2023 Plausible adjective PLAW-zuh-bul What It Means Plausible means "seemingly fair, reasonable, or valuable but often not so" or "appearing worthy of belief." // One problem with the horror movie is that the plot is barely plausible—there was no good reason for the kids to enter … Continue reading Word of the Day – Plausible

Word of the Day: April 28, 2023  Arboreal adjective ahr-BOR-ee-ul What It Means Arboreal is a literary term that means “of or relating to trees.” It can also mean “living in or often found in trees,” as in “arboreal monkeys.” // Despite taking weekly hikes on the same trail, she never ceases to be amazed by the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Arboreal

Word of the Day: April 27, 2023 Vicissitudes noun plural vuh-SISS-uh-toodz What It means The word vicissitudes usually refers to events or situations that occur by chance. It can also apply specifically to the difficulties or hardships, usually beyond one's control, that are commonly encountered in a life, career, etc., or simply to the quality or state of … Continue reading Word of the Day – Vicissitudes

Word of the Day: April 26, 2023 Carouse verb kuh-ROWZ ("OW" as in 'cow') What It Means Carouse means "to drink alcohol, make noise, and have fun with other people." // After a long night of carousing around Puerto Vallarta, the travelers settled into their hotel room. See the entry > CAROUSE In Context "While my best friend and … Continue reading Word of the Day – Carouse