Word of the Day

Word of the Day : September 13, 2023  Abstain verb ub-STAYN What It Means To abstain from something is to choose to not do or have that thing. Abstain can also mean specifically "to choose not to vote." // The doctor insisted that Drew abstain from eating for at least 12 hours before his blood test. // Ten members voted … Continue reading Word of the Day – Abstain

Word of the Day  September 11, 2023  Injunction noun in-JUNK-shun What It Means Injunction refers to an order from a court of law that says something must be done or must not be done. // The group has obtained an injunction to prevent the demolition of the building. See the entry > INJUNCTION In Context “While a district court … Continue reading Word of the Day: Injunction

Word of the Day : July 14, 2023 Comprise verb kum-PRYZE What It Means Comprise is a verb that first meant "to be made up of (something); to include or consist of (something)." It still carries that meaning but today it also often means "to make up or form (something)," though some object to this use. Comprise can also mean … Continue reading Word of the Day – Comprise

Word of the Day : July 13, 2023 Outlandish adjective out-LAN-dish What It Means Outlandish describes things that are strikingly strange or unusual; in this use, it's a synonym of bizarre. Outlandish can also describe things, such as claims, rumors, and accusations, that go beyond reasonable limits or standards. // One of the author's greatest strengths is her ability to write outlandish characters … Continue reading Word of the Day – Outlandish