Word of the Day : October 16, 2024 Exact verb ig-ZAKT What It Means To exact something (such as payment or revenge) is to demand it and get it, especially by using force or threats. Exact is also used in phrases like "exact a terrible toll" and "exact a high/heavy price" to say that something has caused a … Continue reading Word of the Day : Exact
Word of the Day – Clandestine
Word of the Day : June 24, 2024 Clandestine adjective klan-DESS-tun What It Means Clandestine describes something done secretly, or in a private place or way.// The wedding was a clandestine affair in Las Vegas.See the entry > CLANDESTINE In Context "On the surface, it uses the traditional tropes of the spy movie—a secret intelligence network, cryptic codenames, clandestine meetings in … Continue reading Word of the Day – Clandestine
Word of the Day – Hue and Cry
Word of the Day : June 20, 2024 Hue and Cry noun HYOO-und-KRYE What It Means Hue and cry refers to a clamor of alarm or protest in response to something. It can also be used as a synonym of hubbub to refer to general noise or uproar.// After the popular professor was fired by the college, there was … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hue and Cry
Word of the Day – Palpable
Word of the Day : April 22, 2024 Palpable adjective PAL-puh-bul What It Means Something described as palpable is obvious and notable. Palpable may also be used as a synonym of tangible to describe something that can be perceived by one's sense of touch. // The tension in the courtroom was palpable as the jury foreman stood to announce the verdict. See … Continue reading Word of the Day – Palpable
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