Word of the Day : November 1, 2024 Hatching noun HATCH-ing What It Means Hatching refers to the drawing or engraving of lines close together as a method of shading, or to a pattern so created. // The artist uses hatching to breathe life into her comics. // The hatching adds depth to the illustration. See the entry > HATCHING In … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hatching
Word of the Day – Hallowed
Word of the Day : October 31, 2024 Hallowed adjective HAL-oad What It Means Hallowed describes something, such as a memorial, considered holy or blessed, or something that is highly respected and revered. // The church stands on hallowed ground. // Community service is one of the organization’s most hallowed traditions. See the entry > HALLOWED In Context "Writing these words, … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hallowed
Word of the Day – Syncretism
Word of the Day : October 30, 2024 Syncretism noun SING-kruh-tiz-um What It Means Syncretism refers to the combining of different forms of belief or practice. // As a scholar of religion, Laila is especially interested in the syncretism of Manichaeism, which was influenced by Christianity, Buddhism, and Zoroastrianism. See the entry > SYNCRETISM In Context "Explore the archaeological wonders of Chavín … Continue reading Word of the Day – Syncretism
Word of the Day – Omniscient
Word of the Day : Omniscient Omniscient adjective ahm-NISH-unt What It Means Omniscient describes someone or something with unlimited knowledge or understanding. // "You'll need to tell me when you don't understand something I've explained," Maria said. "I'm not omniscient, you know." See the entry > OMNISCIENT In Context "The Abrahamic faiths conceive of God as an omniscient creator and … Continue reading Word of the Day – Omniscient
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