Word of the Day : September 11, 2026 Patina nounpuh-TEE-nuh What It Means A patina is a usually green film that forms on copper and bronze that is exposed to moist air for an extended time. The word patina can also refer to a shiny or dark surface that over time forms naturally on something (such as … Continue reading Word of the Day Patina
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Word of the Day : Loath
Word of the Day : Loath adjectiveLOHTH What It Means A person who is loath to do something is unwilling or reluctant to do that thing. // Proud of the company he had built, Henry was loath to admit that it was time to think about retiring. See the entry LOATH in Context “On these runs, I … Continue reading Word of the Day : Loath
Word of the Day : Stigma
Word of the Day : September 9, 2026 Stigma nounSTIG-muh What It Means Stigma refers to a set of negative and often unfair beliefs that a society or group of people have about something. // The organization is animated by a commitment to challenging stigmas associated with the condition. See the entry STIGMA in Context “The stigma surrounding workers of … Continue reading Word of the Day : Stigma
Word of the Day : Magnanimous
Word of the Day : September 8, 2026 Magnanimous adjectivemag-NAN-uh-mus What It Means Magnanimous is a formal word that means “having or showing a generous and kind nature.” // She was too magnanimous to resent the unkind words of those grousing about her winning the spelling bee. See the entry MAGNANIMOUS in Context “Think before you act or … Continue reading Word of the Day : Magnanimous
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