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Word of the Day : October 10, 2023 Berserk adjective ber-SERK What It Means Berserk generally means “markedly out of control due to intense anger or excitement.” It is often used in the phrase go berserk, which can mean either “to become very excited” or “to become very angry and often violent.” // The crowd went wild with berserk fans screaming … Continue reading Word of the Day – Berserk

Word of the Day: October 9, 2023 Juncture noun JUNK-cher What It Means Juncture refers to an important point in a process or activity, or to a junction, that is, a place where things join. // "At this juncture in the editing process," said Philip, "it is important that all facts have been double-checked and sources verified." // At the juncture of … Continue reading Word of the Day – Juncture

Word of the Day : October 6, 2023 Demarcate verb dih-MAHR-kayt What It Means To demarcate something is to fix or define its limits or edges. // Treaty negotiations are underway, and both parties have agreed to accept whatever boundaries are demarcated in that document. See the entry >   DEMARCATE In Context "In the 15th century, farmers on … Continue reading Word of the Day – Demarcate

Word of the Day : October 4, 2023 Splenetic adjective splih-NET-ik What It Means Splenetic is a formal word that typically describes expressions of sharp annoyance and anger. // The newspaper publisher's splenetic editorials often struck fear into local politicians. See the entry >   SPLENETIC In Context "A strange combination of intricate, almost sci-fi-inflected psychological thriller, splenetic social-breakdown broadside and two-hander (torture) chamber … Continue reading Word of the Day – Splenetic