Word of the Day - Debacle Debacle noun dee-BAH-kul What It Means Debacle is usually used synonymously with fiasco to mean “a complete failure.” It can also refer to a great disaster (though typically not one that causes significant suffering or loss). // After the debacle of his first novel, he had trouble getting a publisher for his next book. // … Continue reading Word of the Day – Debacle
Word of the Day – Instigate
Word of the Day : May 13, 2024 Instigate verb IN-stuh-gayt What It Means To instigate something is to cause it to happen or begin. // The pair was accused of instigating a plot to oust the newly elected mayor. See the entry > INSTIGATE In Context "The image of John, Paul, George and Ringo waving from the … Continue reading Word of the Day – Instigate
Word of the Day : Demagogue
Word of the Day : April 30, 2024 Demagogue noun DEM-uh-gahg What It Means A demagogue is a political leader who tries to get support by making use of popular prejudices, as well as by making false claims and promises and using arguments based on emotion rather than reason. // His opponent called him a bigoted demagogue for … Continue reading Word of the Day : Demagogue
Word of the Day – Underwhelm
Word of the Day : April 19, 2024 Underwhelm verb un-der-WELM What It Means To underwhelm someone is to fail to impress or excite them. // Despite the hype, the movie underwhelmed most reviewers, who criticized its slow pace and poor special effects. See the entry > UNDERWHELM In Context "Wake me up when NBA All-Star Weekend ends. … Continue reading Word of the Day – Underwhelm
