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Word of the Day: Accolade Accolade noun AK-uh-layd What It Means Accolade refers to an award or expression of praise. It is often used in the plural form. // The movie's special effects have drawn accolades from both fans and critics. See the entry > ACCOLADE In Context "'It is a tremendous honor to be mentioned on the extended … Continue reading Word of the Day – Accolade

Word of the Day:January 4, 2024 Skulk verb SKULK What It Means To skulk is to move around or hide in a stealthy or secretive way. A person or animal that is said to be skulking is often assumed or considered to be up to some form of wrongdoing or mischief. // The cat often skulks around the entryway, waiting … Continue reading Word of the Day – Skulk

Word of the Day :  December 20, 2023 Bowdlerize verb BOHD-ler-ize What It Means In its strictest sense, to bowdlerize a book, manuscript, etc. is to modify it by editing so that nothing judged to be morally harmful or offensive remains. More broadly, bowdlerize means "to modify by abridging, simplifying, or distorting in style or content." // The publisher's … Continue reading Word of the Day – Bowdlerize

Word of the Day : December 19, 2023 Overweening What It Means To describe someone as overweening is to say that they are arrogant and unduly proud. Overweening also disapprovingly describes qualities or desires, such as greed or ambition, that are seen as excessive. // It’s hard for people to believe every word in speeches by overweening politicians. See the entry … Continue reading Word of the Day – Overweening