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Flippant adjective FLIP-unt What It Means Something described as flippant, such as behavior or a comment, is lacking in proper respect or seriousness. // The celebrity made a flippant remark when questioned about the scandal. See the entry > FLIPPANT In Context "While the show seems to take a flippant attitude to the neatly packaged solutions offered by wellness tourism, … Continue reading Word of the Day : Flippant

Word of the Day : March 25, 2025 Hobbit noun HAH-bit  What It Means A hobbit is a member of a fictitious peaceful and friendly race of small humanlike creatures that dwell underground. // The story was filled with all sorts of imaginary people, including hobbits. See the entry > HOBBIT In Context "Hobbits were no part of … Continue reading Word of the Day: Hobbit

Word of the Day :  March 24, 2025 Garble verb GAR-bul What It Means To garble something, such as a word, name, message, etc., is to cause it to be unclear or distorted. This type of garbling can be the result of an accident, ignorance, or a transmission error. Garble can also mean "to so alter or distort … Continue reading Word of the Day : Garble

Permeate verb PER-mee-ayt What It Means To permeate is to pass or spread through something. // The scent of lilacs permeated the room. // A feeling of anxiety permeated the office as everyone rushed to meet the deadline. See the entry > PERMEATE In Context "The smell of sawdust permeates the air, and the din of buzzing chainsaws echoes from crews working … Continue reading Word of the Day : Permeate