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Word of the Day : March 1, 2024 adjective in-VET-uh-rut What It Means Inveterate is a formal word used to describe someone who is always or often doing something specified. For instance, a person could be an inveterate liar, or inveterate prankster. Inveterate can also mean "firmly established by long persistence," as in "an inveterate tendency to overlook the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Inveterate

Word of the Day :  February 29, 2024 Demean verb dih-MEEN What It Means To demean someone or something is to cause that person or thing to seem less important or worthy of respect. // By refusing to condemn the unlawful actions of her supporters, the governor demeaned the office she was elected to hold. See the entry … Continue reading Word of the Day – Demean

Word of the Day :  February 28, 2024 Jeopardy noun JEP-er-dee What It Means Jeopardy is defined as "exposure to or imminence of death, loss, or injury"; it is synonymous with danger. In legal contexts, jeopardy refers specifically to the danger that an accused person is subjected to when on trial for a criminal offense. // Rather than risk placing … Continue reading Word of the Day- Jeopardy

Word of the Day : February 27, 2024 Translucent adjective trans-LOO-sunt What It Means Translucent describes something that is not completely clear or transparent but is clear enough to allow light to pass through. // They admired the translucent gemstones on the display at the museum. See the entry > TRANSLUCENT In Context "What you want to buy are … Continue reading Word of the Day : Translucent