Word of the Day

Word of the Day : Tortuous Tortuous adjective TOR-chuh-wus What It Means Tortuous describes something that has many literal or figurative twists and turns. // The tortuous mountain path rewards climbers with a stunning view of the town below. // Getting approval for a project of this magnitude is a tortuous process. See the entry > TORTUOUS in Context “Christopher Nolan’s … Continue reading Word of the Day: Tortuous

Word of the Day :  May 14, 2026 Imbroglio noun im-BROHL-yoh What It Means Imbroglio is a formal word that refers to a complex dispute or argument. // Much of the sisters’ text thread involves the the latest imbroglios on their favorite reality show—who’s mad at who for what, and why. See the entry > IMBROGLIO in Context “A … Continue reading Word of the Day: Imbroglio

Word of the Day : May 12, 2026 Catercorner adverb or adjective KAT-ee-kor-ner What It Means Catercorner is used to describe two things that are located across from each other on opposite corners. It is a less common variant of kitty-corner. // The store is catercorner from the park, making it the perfect location to grab snacks for our picnic. … Continue reading Word of the Day: Catercorner

Word of the Day : May 11, 2026 Paragon noun PAIR-uh-gahn What It Means Paragon is a formal word that refers to a person or thing that is perfect or excellent in some way and should be considered a model or example to be copied. // In Arthurian legend, Sir Galahad is depicted as a paragon of virtue. See the entry … Continue reading Word of the Day: Paragon