Word of the Day

Word of the Day: March 6, 2023  Vindicate What It Means Vindicate means “to show that someone is not guilty.” It can also mean “to show that someone or something that has been criticized or doubted is correct, true, or reasonable.” // In light of the new evidence, we believe that our client will be completely vindicated. … Continue reading Word of the Day – Vindicate

Word of the Day : March 3, 2023 Accentuate verb ak-SEN-shu-wayt What It Means Accentuate means “to make something more noticeable.” // He likes to wear clothes that accentuate his muscular build. See the entry > ACCENTUATE In Context “With a tunnel of light haloing her from the outside, Brittney Parks is dressed like a ‘90s vixen in baggy jeans … Continue reading Word of the Day – Accentuate

Word of the Day: March 2, 2023  Contretemps noun KAHN-truh-tahn What It Means The word contretemps refers to an inconvenient or embarrassing occurrence or situation. It can also refer to a dispute or argument. // Jacqueline found herself in the middle of an embarrassing contretemps when her client suddenly changed his story and, ignoring her advice, spoke to reporters. // … Continue reading Word of the Day – Contretemps

Word of the Day : March 1, 2023 Fresco noun FRESS-koh What It Means Fresco refers to the art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster using water-based pigments. It is also the word for a painting executed in this style. // The ceiling piece was done in fresco and dates back to the 1800s. // The fresco that adorned the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fresco