Word of the Day : Belie Belie verb bih-LYE What It Means To belie something is to give a false idea or impression of it. Belie can also mean "to show (something) to be false or wrong." // Martin's easy banter and relaxed attitude belied his nervousness. // Their actions belie their claim of innocence. See the entry > BELIE In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day – Belie
Word of the Day – Neophyte
Word of the Day :May 21, 2024 Neophyte noun NEE-uh-fyte What It Means A neophyte is a person who has just started learning or doing something. // As an acting neophyte, Femi took a while to adjust to his newfound Hollywood fame. See the entry > NEOPHYTE In Context "First premiering in 2006, Ugly Betty … built up a … Continue reading Word of the Day – Neophyte
Word of the Day – Futile
Word of the Day : May 20, 2024 Futile adjective FYOO-tul What It Means An effort, action, or emotion described as futile has no result or effect, and therefore serves no useful purpose. // City officials attempted to stifle the scandal, but their efforts were futile. See the entry > FUTILE In Context “... when resolve is … Continue reading Word of the Day – Futile
Word of the Day – Lucrative
Word of the Day : May 17, 2024 Lucrative adjective LOO-kruh-tiv What It Means Something described as lucrative produces money or wealth. // The author parlayed the success of her books into a lucrative second career as a public speaker. See the entry > LUCRATIVE In Context "A vibrant commercial Off Broadway sector existed decades ago, but it … Continue reading Word of the Day – Lucrative
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