Word of the Day : June 26, 2024 Zero-sum adjective ZEER-oh-SUM What It Means Zero-sum describes something, such as a game, mentality, or situation, in which any gain corresponds directly with an equivalent loss.// Dividing up the budget is a zero-sum game.See the entry > ZERO-SUM In Context “Domestic migration is zero-sum, meaning a loss of college graduates prized by … Continue reading Word of the Day – Zero-sum
word of the Day – Remuneration
Word of the Day : June 25, 2024 Remuneration noun rih-myoo-nuh-RAY-shun What It Means Remuneration is a formal word that refers to an amount of money paid to someone for a service, loss, or expense, or to the act of paying such an amount. It is synonymous with recompense and pay.// The actor was offered a modest speaking fee by … Continue reading word of the Day – Remuneration
Word of the Day – Clandestine
Word of the Day : June 24, 2024 Clandestine adjective klan-DESS-tun What It Means Clandestine describes something done secretly, or in a private place or way.// The wedding was a clandestine affair in Las Vegas.See the entry > CLANDESTINE In Context "On the surface, it uses the traditional tropes of the spy movie—a secret intelligence network, cryptic codenames, clandestine meetings in … Continue reading Word of the Day – Clandestine
Word of the Day – Hue and Cry
Word of the Day : June 20, 2024 Hue and Cry noun HYOO-und-KRYE What It Means Hue and cry refers to a clamor of alarm or protest in response to something. It can also be used as a synonym of hubbub to refer to general noise or uproar.// After the popular professor was fired by the college, there was … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hue and Cry
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