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Word of the Day : November 21, 2022 Temerity noun tuh-MAIR-uh-tee What It Means Temerity is a formal word that means "unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition"; it is a synonym of both rashness and recklessness. Temerity can also refer to a rash or reckless act. // The line between boldness and temerity is sometimes only evident after the consequences have become … Continue reading Word of the Day – Temerity

Word of the Day : November 18, 2022 Farce noun FAHRSS What It Means A farce is a ridiculous act, proceeding, or situation. Farce can also refer to a light dramatic work marked by satirical comedy and improbable plot, or the broad humor characteristic of such. The word can also refer to a savory stuffing. // "The company's guarantee is a farce," she … Continue reading Word of the Day – Farce

Word of the Day : November 17, 2022 Nugatory adjective NOO-guh-tor-ee What It Means Something described as nugatory is of little or no consequence. Nugatory is also used especially in legal contexts to describe something without operative legal effect. // Most of the criticism of the film in the weeks since its release has been nugatory nonsense. // The law was unenforced … Continue reading Word of the Day – Nugatory

Word of the Day : November 16, 2022 Hummock noun HUM-uk What it Means A hummock is a small round hill or mound. // He stood in awe, admiring the thick forest, and beyond that, the grassy hummocks he had traversed to reach the top of the mountain. See the entry > HUMMOCK In Context “...Yellowlegs nest on the ground, often … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hummock