Word of the Day : February 12, 2026 Endemic adjective en-DEM-ik What It Means When used for a plant or animal species, endemic describes something that grows or exists in a certain place or area, and often specifically something restricted to a particular locality or region. Endemic is also used to describe diseases that persist over time in a particular … Continue reading Word of the Day: Endemic
Word of the Day : Encroach
Word of the Day : January 31, 2025 Encroach verb in-KROHCH What It Means To encroach is to gradually move or go into an area that is beyond the usual or desired limits, or to gradually take or begin to use or affect something that belongs to, or is being used by, someone else. Encroach is often followed … Continue reading Word of the Day : Encroach
Word of the Day : Gelid
Word of the Day : January 8, 2025 Gelid adjective JELL-id What It Means Something described as gelid, such as the weather or a person’s demeanor, is literally or figuratively extremely cold or icy. // She decided to move down south after experiencing Chicago’s gelid winters throughout college. See the entry > GELID In Context “[Delish.com’s assistant food … Continue reading Word of the Day : Gelid
Word of the Day : Immense
Word of the Day : December 13, 2024 Immense What It Means Something described as immense is very great in size, degree, or amount. // They inherited an immense fortune. // Her movies continue to enjoy immense popularity. See the entry > IMMENSE In Context "At night, the wind's howls and whistles provide the soundtrack to the immense vista." — Alexandra … Continue reading Word of the Day : Immense
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