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Word of the Day : June 8, 2022 Arrogate verb AIR-uh-gayt What It Means Arrogate is a formal word that usually means "to take or claim (something, such as a right or a privilege) in a way that is not fair or legal." // The city council has accused the mayor of arrogating to himself decision-making authority that rightly … Continue reading Word of the Day – Arrogate

Word of the Day : June 7, 2022 Vocation noun voh-KAY-shun What It Means Vocation can refer simply to an occupation, or it can refer to a strong desire to pursue a particular kind of work or course of action. // Since he was a teenager, he knew that he would find his vocation in religious work. // She … Continue reading Word of the Day-Vocation

Word of the Day : June 6, 2022 Sumptuous adjective SUMP-shuh-wus What It Means Sumptuous is used to describe things that are extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent. // The hotel's most sumptuous suite overlooks the lush gardens and includes a palatial marble bathroom with a spa and a commodious, intricately tiled walk-in shower. See the entry > SUMPTUOUS … Continue reading Word of the Day – Sumptuous

Word of the Day : May 27, 2022 Uncanny adjective un-KAN-ee What It Means Uncanny is typically used to describe something that is strange or unusual in a way that is surprising or difficult to understand. It can also describe something that seems to have a supernatural character or origin. // The child has an uncanny ability to recognize … Continue reading Word of the Day – Uncanny