Word of the Day : June 17, 2024 Apocryphal adjective uh-PAH-kruh-ful What It Means Something described as apocryphal is of doubtful authenticity; the term is often applied to stories or legends that are often repeated but likely not true. Apocryphal can also describe something resembling or relating to the Apocrypha, the ancient Jewish books that are not part of the Hebrew … Continue reading Word of the Day – Apocryphal
Word of the Day : Gossip
Word of the Day : June 7, 2024 Gossip verb GAH-sup What It Means To gossip is to talk about the personal lives of other people.// The two siblings often gossip with each other about their neighbors via texting.See the entry > GOSSIP In Context “Not all gossip is bad, [psychologist, Miriam] Kirmayer said, nor does it always … Continue reading Word of the Day : Gossip
Word of the Day – Panoply
Word of the Day : May 23, 2024 Panoply noun PAN-uh-plee What It Means Panoply is a formal word that refers to a group or collection that is impressive either because of its size or because it includes so many different kinds of people or things. // The new website offers shoppers a panoply of snack foods, soft drinks, … Continue reading Word of the Day – Panoply
Word of the Day – Exodus
Word of the Day : April 23, 2024 Exodus noun EK-suh-dus What It Means An exodus is a situation in which many people leave a place at the same time—in other words a mass departure or emigration. // The resort town eagerly anticipated the mass exodus from the cities to its beaches as summer approached. See the entry > … Continue reading Word of the Day – Exodus
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