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Word of the Day : October 4, 2021 Mettle noun MET-ul What It Means Mettle refers to the ability to continue in spite of difficulties. // The contestants proved their mettle by completing the triathlon. See the entry > Examples "Recently, 23 of Watauga's best math students met virtually to test their mettle against their peers in the annual MathCounts competition—a contest … Continue reading Word of the Day – Mettle

Word of the Day : October 1, 2021 Vestige noun VESS-tij What It Means A vestige is a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something lost or vanished. // The seconds ticked by, but the team still had a vestige of hope. // The ruins remain as vestiges of the Roman occupation of Britain. See the entry > Examples "We see … Continue reading Word of the Day – Vestige

Word of the Day : September 30, 2021 Filial adjective FIL-ee-ul What It Means Filial means "of, relating to, or befitting a person's child." // Margaret's sense of filial responsibility is only part of her motivation for carrying on her parents' business; she also loves the work. See the entry > Examples "The text purports to be Geppetto's captivity … Continue reading Word of the Day – Filial

Word of the Day : September 29, 2021 Zest noun ZEST What It Means Zest means "keen enjoyment" or "an enjoyably exciting quality." // The young couple has a zest for travel and adventure.   // The seasoning added zest to the otherwise bland dish. See the entry > Examples "It has always seemed bizarre to me to start talking about … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zest