Word of the Day : June 13, 2023 Fruition noun froo-ISH-un What It Means Fruition refers to a state of being complete or fully realized. It's usually used in the phrases "come to fruition" or "bring to fruition." Fruition can also refer to the state of bearing fruit. // When she landed the role of Roxy in a Broadway … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fruition
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Word of the Day – Saturnine
Word of the Day : June 9, 2023 Saturnine adjective SAT-er-nyne What It Means Saturnine is a literary word that typically describes people who are glum and grumpy, or things that suggest or express gloom. It can also mean “slow to act or change.” // A walk in the sunshine can improve your mood significantly, raising the spirits … Continue reading Word of the Day – Saturnine
Word of the Day – Etiquette
Word of the Day : June 8, 2023 Etiquette noun ET-ih-kut What it Means Etiquette refers to the rules of proper and polite behavior that are expected in social or official life. // Her failure to respond to the invitation was a serious breach of etiquette. See the entry > ETIQUETTE In Context “Keeping manners top of mind … Continue reading Word of the Day – Etiquette
Word of the Day – Blandishment
Word of the Day: 7th June 2023 Blandishment noun BLAN-dish-munt What It Means A blandishment is something said or done in order to coax or persuade an individual or group to do something. The word is usually used in its plural form, blandishments. // It's important that the mayor not be swayed by bribes and blandishments; decisions must be made … Continue reading Word of the Day – Blandishment
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