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Word of the Day : April 25, 2023  Orthography noun or-THAH-gruh-fee What It Means Orthography refers to “correct spelling,” or “the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage.” // As the winner of several spelling bees, she impressed her teachers with her exceptional grasp of orthography. See the entry > ORTHOGRAPHY In Context “What … Continue reading Word of the Day – Orthography

Word of the Day : April 24, 2023 Reprehensible adjective rep-rih-HEN-suh-bul What It Means Reprehensible is a formal word that means “worthy of or deserving blame or very strong criticism.” // A recent news article called for the mayor's resignation, citing the recent accusations of bribery as both plausible and reprehensible. See the entry > REPREHENSIBLE In Context “The … Continue reading Word of the Day – Reprehensible

Word of the Day : April 21, 2023 Wistful adjective WIST-ful What It Means To be wistful is to be full of or to inspire yearning or desire tinged with melancholy. Wistful can also mean “suggestive of sad thoughtfulness.” // As the car pulled away, Lea cast one last wistful glance at the house where she'd spent so many happy years. See the entry > … Continue reading Word of the Day – Wistful

Word of the Day : April 20, 2023 Fortitude noun FOR-tuh-tood What it Means Fortitude is a formal word that refers to the strength of mind that enables someone to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage. Less formal words with similar meanings include grit, fiber, and pluck. // To reach the summit of Denali requires not only great … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fortitude