Word of the Day

Word of the Day : March 12, 2024 Ulterior adjective ul-TEER-ee-er What It Means Ulterior describes things (usually motives, objectives, reasons, agendas, etc.) that are kept hidden in order to achieve a particular result. // Rory found it hard to not be suspicious of the accountant for offering these services for free; her eagerness to help suggested she … Continue reading Word of the Day – Ulterior

Word of the Day :  March 11, 2024 Refurbish verb rih-FER-bish What It Means To refurbish something is to brighten or freshen it up, or to repair and make improvements to it. // They are refurbishing the old house with the hopes of selling it for a profit. // The store refurbishes and sells computers that can often meet the … Continue reading Word of the Day : Refurbish

Word of the Day - Weltanschauung Weltanschauung What It Means A Weltanschauung is a worldview; in other words, a comprehensive conception or apprehension of the world especially from a specific standpoint. The word is typically capitalized. // Many people disagree with the writer's personal Weltanschauung, but most can appreciate the quality and thoughtfulness of her work. See … Continue reading Word of the Day – Weltanschauung

Word of the Day : March 7, 2024 Descry verb dih-SKRYE What It Means Descry is a literary word that, like discover or find out, means “to come to realize or understand something.” Descry can also mean “to catch sight of.” // In their research, the bryologists descried an association between a moss and the iron content of the rock it typically grows on. // … Continue reading Word of the Day – Descry