Word of the Day

Word of the Day : April 29, 2020 disingenuous adjective dis-in-JEN-yuh-wuss Definition lacking in candor; also : giving a false appearance of simple frankness : calculating Did You Know? A disingenuous remark might contain some superficial truth, but it is delivered with the intent to deceive or to serve some hidden purpose. Its base word ingenuous (derived from a Latin adjective meaning "native" or … Continue reading Word of the Day – Disingenuous

Word of the Day : April 28, 2020 garnish verb GAHR-nish Definition  decorate, embellishto add decorative or savory touches to (food or drink)to equip with accessories : furnishgarnishee Did You Know? Although we now mostly garnish food, the general application of the "decorate" meaning is older. The link between embellishing an object or space and adding a little parsley … Continue reading Word of the Day – Garnish

Word of the Day : April 27, 2020 Zephyr noun - ZEFF-er Definition a breeze from the westa gentle breezeany of various lightweight fabrics and articles of clothing Did You Know? For centuries, poets have eulogized Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind, and his "swete breeth" (in the words of Geoffrey Chaucer). Zephyrus, the personified west … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zephyr

Word of the Day : April 22, 2020 obstinate adjective - AHB-stuh-nut Definition perversely adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasionnot easily subdued, remedied, or removed Did You Know? If you're obstinate, you're just plain stubborn. Obstinate, dogged, stubborn, and mulish all mean that someone is unwilling to change course or give up … Continue reading Word of the Day – Obstinate