Word of the Day : November 28, 2023 Kinetic adjective kuh-NET-ik What It Means Kinetic has several meanings that all have to do with movement. In physics, kinetic means "of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated with them"; kinetic energy, for example, is energy associated with motion. More generally, kinetic can be used synonymously with active and lively as … Continue reading Word of the Day – Kinetic
Word of the Day – Etiquette
Word of the Day : June 8, 2023 Etiquette noun ET-ih-kut What it Means Etiquette refers to the rules of proper and polite behavior that are expected in social or official life. // Her failure to respond to the invitation was a serious breach of etiquette. See the entry > ETIQUETTE In Context “Keeping manners top of mind … Continue reading Word of the Day – Etiquette
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Word of the Day – Unctuous
Word of the Day: May 9, 2023 Unctuous adjective UNK-chuh-wus What It Means Unctuous is a formal word used to describe someone who speaks and behaves in a way that is meant to seem friendly and polite but that is unpleasant because it is obviously not sincere. It can also mean “fatty,” “oily,” and “smooth and greasy … Continue reading Word of the Day – Unctuous
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