Word of the Day

Word of the Day : December 4, 2025 Frowsy adjective FROW-zee What It Means Something described as frowsy has a messy or dirty appearance. // The lamp, discovered in a neglected corner of a frowsy antique store, turned out to be quite valuable. See the entry > FROWSY In Context “Footage from his early shows is sublime. In … Continue reading Word of the Day: Frowsy

Word of the Day : December 3, 2025 Alchemy noun AL-kuh-mee  What It Means Alchemy refers to a power or process that changes or transforms something in a mysterious or impressive way. // They practiced their alchemy in the kitchen, turning a pile of vegetables and legumes into an extravagant meal. // The shopkeepers hoped for some sort of … Continue reading Word of the Day: Alchemy

Word of the Day : December 2, 2025 Cajole verb kuh-JOHL What It Means To cajole someone is to use flattery or gentle urging to persuade them to do something or to give you something. Cajole can also mean “to deceive with soothing words or false promises.” It is often used with the word into. // She cajoled her partner into … Continue reading Word of the Day: Cajole

Word of the Day : December 1, 2025 Pseudonym noun SOO-duh-nim What It Means A pseudonym is a name that someone (such as a writer) uses instead of their real name. // bell hooks is the pseudonym of the American writer Gloria Jean Watkins. See the entry > PSEUDONYM In Context “Edgar Wright, the filmmaker and genre specialist who has … Continue reading Word of the Day: Pseudonym