Word of the Day : April 17, 2024 Circumlocution noun ser-kum-loh-KYOO-shun What It Means Circumlocution refers to the use of many words to say something that could be said more clearly and directly with fewer words. Usually encountered in formal speech and writing, circumlocution can also refer to speech that is intentionally evasive. // The judge coughed and pointed to … Continue reading Word of the Day – Circumlocution
Word of the Day – Inalienable
Word of the Day : April 16, 2024 Inalienable adjective in-AY-lee-uh-nuh-bul What It Means Something considered inalienable is impossible to take away or give up. // The American ethos is built on the belief that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are inalienable rights. See the entry > INALIENABLE In Context "Despite the hurdles, comedians continue to … Continue reading Word of the Day – Inalienable
Word of the Day – Purloin
Word of the Day : April 15, 2024 Purloin verb per-LOYN What It Means To purloin is to take something that belongs to someone else—that is, to steal it. Purloin is much more formal-sounding than steal, but is often—though not always—encountered in humorous contexts, suggesting that the theft is not serious. // The puppy managed to purloin a few cookies from … Continue reading Word of the Day – Purloin
Word of the Day : Auxiliary
Word of the Day : March 27, 2024 Auxiliary adjective awg-ZILL-yuh-ree What It Means In general use, auxiliary describes someone or something available to provide extra help, power, etc., when it is needed. In linguistics, an auxiliary verb (also called a “helping verb”) is used with another verb to do things like show a verb’s tense or form a question. In nautical contexts, auxiliary can … Continue reading Word of the Day : Auxiliary
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