Word of the Day - Debacle Debacle noun dee-BAH-kul What It Means Debacle is usually used synonymously with fiasco to mean “a complete failure.” It can also refer to a great disaster (though typically not one that causes significant suffering or loss). // After the debacle of his first novel, he had trouble getting a publisher for his next book. // … Continue reading Word of the Day – Debacle
Word of the Day – Wane
Word of the Day : May 15, 2024 Wane verb WAYN What It Means To wane is to become smaller or less, or in other words, to decrease in size, extent, or degree. // The national scandal caused her popularity to wane. See the entry > WANE In Context “In 2023, Royal Caribbean's bookings hit an all-time … Continue reading Word of the Day – Wane
Word of the Day – Caveat
Word of the Day - Caveat Caveat noun KAV-ee-aht What It Means A caveat is an explanation or warning that should be remembered when you are doing or thinking about something. In legal contexts, caveat refers to a notice to a court or judicial officer to suspend a proceeding until the opposition can be heard. // All investment … Continue reading Word of the Day – Caveat
Word of the Day – Instigate
Word of the Day : May 13, 2024 Instigate verb IN-stuh-gayt What It Means To instigate something is to cause it to happen or begin. // The pair was accused of instigating a plot to oust the newly elected mayor. See the entry > INSTIGATE In Context "The image of John, Paul, George and Ringo waving from the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Instigate
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