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Word of the Day: May 15, 2023  Maudlin adjective MAUD-lin What It Means Maudlin describes someone or something that expresses sadness or sentimentality in an exaggerated way. // The class had a hard time taking the maudlin poetry seriously. See the entry > MAUDLIN In Context “All seven musicians in the band complement each other so effortlessly that at … Continue reading Word of the Day – Maudlin

Word of the Day: May 14, 2023 Engender verb in-JEN-der What It Means Engender is a formal word that means “to produce; to cause to exist or to develop.” It is used especially when feelings and ideas are generated. // The annual company picnic featured activities, such as a scavenger hunt, meant to engender a sense of teamwork and camaraderie among … Continue reading Word of The Day – Engender

Word of the Day: May 12, 2023 Cordial adjective KOR-jul What It Means Cordial means “politely pleasant and friendly.” It also means “showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval” and “sincerely or deeply felt.” // Despite past conflicts, the two nations now maintain cordial relations. See the entry > CORDIAL In Context “On the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Cordial

Word of the Day: May 11, 2023 Aftermath noun AF-ter-math What It Means Aftermath refers to the period of time shortly following a destructive event, or to a negative consequence or result. // It was almost noon before I felt ready to clean up the mess that remained in the aftermath of the previous night’s festivities. See the entry … Continue reading Word of the Day – Aftermath