Word of the Day

Word of the Day : October 1, 2021 Vestige noun VESS-tij What It Means A vestige is a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something lost or vanished. // The seconds ticked by, but the team still had a vestige of hope. // The ruins remain as vestiges of the Roman occupation of Britain. See the entry > Examples "We see … Continue reading Word of the Day – Vestige

Word of the Day : September 30, 2021 Filial adjective FIL-ee-ul What It Means Filial means "of, relating to, or befitting a person's child." // Margaret's sense of filial responsibility is only part of her motivation for carrying on her parents' business; she also loves the work. See the entry > Examples "The text purports to be Geppetto's captivity … Continue reading Word of the Day – Filial

Word of the Day : September 29, 2021 Zest noun ZEST What It Means Zest means "keen enjoyment" or "an enjoyably exciting quality." // The young couple has a zest for travel and adventure.   // The seasoning added zest to the otherwise bland dish. See the entry > Examples "It has always seemed bizarre to me to start talking about … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zest

Word of the Day : September 28, 2021 Parlay What It Means Parlay means "to turn (something) into something of greater value." // The young actor parlayed his popularity as a teen heartthrob into a successful film career. See the entry > Did You Know? "Since his pro debut in 1995, [Manny Pacquiao] has won world titles in … Continue reading Word of the Day – Parlay