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Word of the Day : February 2, 2023 Portend verb por-TEND What It Means Portend is usually used in formal and literary contexts as a verb meaning “to give a sign or warning that something is going to happen.” The “something” in question is often, though not always, considered bad or unpleasant. // Many superstitious people believe … Continue reading Word of the Day – Portend

Word of the Day : February 1, 2023 Eleemosynary adjective el-ih-MAH-suh-nair-ee What It Means Eleemosynary means "of, relating to, or supported by charity." // She used her inheritance to establish and fund several eleemosynary institutions. See the entry > ELEEMOSYNARY In Context "I would not want you to think that Grady Thrasher is not a serious man. ... He … Continue reading Word of the Day – Eleemosynary

Word of the Day : January 31, 2023 Savant noun sa-VAHNT What It Means Savant is a formal word that refers to a learned person, especially someone with detailed knowledge about a particular subject. The word is also used to refer to a person affected with a developmental disorder who exhibits exceptional skill or brilliance in a … Continue reading Word of the Day – Savant

Word of the Day : January 30, 2023 Adapt verb uh-DAPT What It Means To adapt is to make or become fit (as for a new use) often by modification. // When people move to a new country, it can take them a while to adapt. // The teachers adapted the curriculum so that students of all abilities will benefit from … Continue reading Word of the Day – Adapt