Word of the Day

Word of the Day : October 31, 2022 Lycanthropy noun lye-KAN-thruh-pee What It Means Lycanthropy refers to the power or ability to take the shape and characteristics of a wolf through witchcraft or magic. It can also mean “a delusion that one has become a wolf.” // The 1941 film The Wolf Man starred Lon Chaney, Jr., as a … Continue reading Word of the Day – Lycanthropy

Word of the Day : October 20, 2022 Interlocutor noun in-ter-LAH-kyuh-ter What It Means Interlocutor is a formal word that means “one who takes part in dialogue or conversation.” // It is crucial in our age of e-mail scams to verify the validity of one’s online interlocutors before sharing sensitive information. See the entry > INTERLOCUTOR In Context “The Turing … Continue reading Word of the Day -Interlocutor

Word of the Day : October 19, 2022 Writhe verb RYTHE What It Means Writhe means “to twist.” The word is often used when the body or a bodily part is twisting, and especially when it is twisting in pain. // After suffering an injury during the game, he lay on the football field, writhing in pain. See the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Writhe

Word of the Day : October 18, 2022 Bespoke adjective bih-SPOHK What It Means Bespoke is a synonym of custom-made and is used to describe anything made to an individual’s desired specifications. // While factory-made furniture is almost always less expensive, nothing beats the charm of a bespoke, hand-carved chair or table. See the entry > BESPOKE In Context “Salt … Continue reading Word of the Day – Bespoke