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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

Word of the Day : November 15, 2022 Augur verb AW-gur What It Means To augur is to show or suggest, especially from omens, that something might happen in the future. Used most often in formal speech or writing, augur is often followed by an adverb (such as well). // The downturn augurs badly for the success of the business. // This bad … Continue reading Word of the Day – Augur