Word of the Day

Word of the Day : April 1, 2020 loon noun LOON Definition 1 : lout, idler 2 chiefly Scotland : boy 3 a : a crazy person b : simpleton Did You Know? There are a number of theories about the origin of loon as it refers to a crazy person, its most common current meaning. One is that it comes from loony, meaning "crazy." But … Continue reading Word of the day – Loon

Word of the Day : March 31, 2020 Plenary adjective | PLEN-uh-ree Definition 1: Complete in every respect: absolute, qualified 2: fully attended or constituted by all entitled to be present Did You Know? In the 14th century, the monk Robert of Brunne described a situation in which all the knights of King Arthur's Round Table were … Continue reading Word of the day – Plenary

Word of the day 30th March 2020 Laissez-faire noun less-ay-FAIR Definition 1 : a doctrine opposing governmental interference in economic affairs beyond the minimum necessary for the maintenance of peace and property rights 2 : a philosophy or practice characterized by a usually deliberate abstention from direction or interference especially with individual freedom of choice and action … Continue reading Word of the day – laissez-faire

Word of the Day : March 27, 2020 cordial adjective KOR-jul   Definition 1 a : showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval : politely pleasant and friendly b : sincerely or deeply felt 2 : tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate Did You Know? Cordial shares the Latin root cor with concord (meaning "harmony") and discord (meaning "conflict"). Cor means "heart," and each of these cor descendants … Continue reading Word of the day – Cordial