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Word of the Day: December 15, 2023 Aplomb noun uh-PLAHM What It Means Aplomb means “complete and confident composure or self-assurance” and is a synonym of poise. // On her first day as a teacher, June handled herself with aplomb, keeping the class engaged and focused. See the entry > APLOMB In Context “Themselves a band that likes to … Continue reading Word of the Day – Aplomb

Word of the Day: December 14, 2023 Genial adjective JEEN-yul What It Means Someone described as genial is cheerful and pleasant; a thing described as genial suggests or expresses friendliness and cheer. // Omar was a most genial host, making sure to spend time with each and every one of the guests at the reception. // Though I knew no one at the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Genial

Word of the Day: December 13, 2023 Exhort verb ig-ZORT What It Means To exhort someone is to try to strongly urge them to do something. // The volunteers exhorted the young adults to register to vote before the upcoming election. See the entry >   EXHORT In Context “Now and again, the band pauses as the musicians … Continue reading Word of the Exhort

Word of the Day: December 12, 2023 Mentor noun MEN-tor What It Means A mentor is someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person. // They regarded the professor not only as a mentor, but as a good friend as well. See the entry > MENTOR In Context “The … Continue reading Word of the Day – Mentor