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Word of the Day : May 26, 2022 Fetter noun FET-er What It Means A fetter is a chain or shackle for the feet. Fetter is also used figuratively to refer to something that confines or restrains someone in some way. // John keeps his smartphone with him when he goes hiking, but Linda leaves hers at home, preferring to free herself … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fetter

Word of the Day : May 25, 2022 Benevolent adjective buh-NEV-uh-lunt What It Means Benevolent means "kind and generous," or less commonly, "organized for the purpose of doing good." // The event's reception was courtesy of a benevolent anonymous donor. // They belong to several benevolent societies and charitable organizations. See the entry > BENEVOLENT in Context "I want to thank … Continue reading Word of the Day – Benevolent

Word of the Day : May 24, 2022 Dander noun DAN-der What It Means Dander is a synonym of dandruff and is also used to refer to anger or temper, especially in the phrase "get someone's dander up." // Some people are allergic to pet dander. // The customer's disrespectful attitude got the waitstaff's dander up. See the entry > DANDER in … Continue reading Word of the Day – Dander

Word of the Day : May 23, 2022 Mercurial adjective mer-KYUR-ee-ul What It Means Mercurial means "changing often" or "characterized by rapid and unpredictable changeableness of mood." It can also mean "having qualities of eloquence, ingenuity, or thievishness attributed to the god Mercury or to the influence of the planet Mercury." // The boss has a mercurial temperament when at jobsites … Continue reading Word of the Day – Mercurial