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Word of the Day: March 24, 2023 Zany What It Means A zany is a person who acts like a buffoon to amuse others, or one who is generally foolish or eccentric. Zany also has a more specific sense that refers to a type of clown or acrobat in old comedies. // My brother's friends are an unpredictable bunch … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zany

Word of the Day: March 23, 2023 Symbiosis noun sim-bee-OH-sis What It Means In the field of biology, symbiosis refers to the relationship between two different kinds of living things that live together and depend on each other. In broader, non-scientific contexts, symbiosis means “a cooperative relationship,” such as between two persons or groups. // A perfect symbiosis was at work between … Continue reading Word of the Day – Symbiosis

Word of the Day: March 22, 2023  What It Means Obdurate is a formal word that means “resistant to persuasion.” It is usually used to describe someone who is stubborn or not willing to change their opinion or the way they do something. // We all admire his obdurate refusal to give up on his goal despite the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Obdurate

Word of the Day: March 21, 2023  Fawn verb FAWN What It Means To fawn over someone is to court their favor by groveling or by flattering the person. Fawn is also sometimes used of dogs to mean “to show affection.” // Still new to celebrity, the musician seemed a bit baffled by those fawning over her during her recent visit to … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fawn