Word of the Day

Word of the Day : June 3, 2025 Tutelage noun TOO-tuh-lij What It Means Tutelage is a formal word that refers to the instruction or guidance especially of an individual student by a teacher. Tutelage may also refer to an act or process of serving as guardian or protector. // Under the tutelage of his high school swim coach, Luis has greatly … Continue reading Word Of the Day : Tutelage

Word of the Day :  June 2, 2025 Herculean adjective her-kyuh-LEE-un  What It Means Something described as Herculean (often uncapitalized as herculean) is characterized by extraordinary power, extent, intensity, or difficulty. // Although starting a garden sounded fun in theory, the constant weeding and pest control turned it into a herculean task. See the entry > HERCULEAN In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day: Herculean

Word of the Day :  May 15, 2025 Impervious adjective im-PER-vee-us What It Means Impervious describes that which does not allow something (such as water or light) to enter or pass through. It is also used formally to mean “not bothered or affected by something.” Both senses of impervious are usually used with to. // The material is impervious to water. // … Continue reading Word of the Day : Impervious

Word of the Day : May 14, 2025 Scuttlebutt  noun SKUTT-ul-butt What It Means Scuttlebutt refers to rumor or gossip—in other words, talk or stories about someone or something that may not be true. // According to the scuttlebutt in the financial markets, the company will be downsizing soon. See the entry > SCUTTLEBUTT In Context “If highly social otters … Continue reading word of the Day: Scuttlebutt