Word of the Day: September 28, 2026 Fungible adjectiveFUN-juh-bul What It Means Fungible describes things, such as currency, goods, and commodities, that can be exchanged for something else of the same kind or value. In broader usage, fungible can also mean “interchangeable,” as well as “readily changeable to adapt to new situations.” // A dollar … Continue reading Word of the Day: Fungible
Word of the Day: Pundit
Word of the Day:September 24, 2026 Pundit nounPUN-dit What It Means A pundit is someone, especially an expert, who presents their opinions and ideas on a particular subject via the media. // Grandpa likes watching political pundits spar about the issues of the day on the Sunday morning talk shows. See the entry PUNDIT in … Continue reading Word of the Day: Pundit
Word of the Day : Ostensible
Word of the Day : April 24, 2025 Ostensible adjective ah-STEN-suh-bul What It Means Ostensible is used to describe something that seems or is said to be true or real, but is possibly not true or real. In other words, it is plausible rather than demonstrably true or real. // The ostensible purpose of a filibuster is to extend debate, but in reality … Continue reading Word of the Day : Ostensible
Word of the Day : Hagiography
Word of the Day : February 12, 2025 Hagiography noun hag-ee-AH-gruh-fee What It Means Hagiography is biography that idealizes or idolizes a person and their life. // The book gives a good idea of his virtues without resorting to hagiography. See the entry > HAGIOGRAPHY In Context "The sisters’ show can sometimes feel like hagiography; there is little discussion of … Continue reading Word of the Day : Hagiography
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