Word of the Day : January 7, 2025 Beleaguer verb bih-LEE-gur What It Means To beleaguer a person, business, etc. is to cause them constant or repeated trouble. Beleaguer is also sometimes used as a synonym of besiege. // The coach, beleaguered by the media and fans for his poor decision-making during games, has been fired. // The novel is set … Continue reading Word of the Day : Beleaguer
Word of the Day : Eschew
Word of the Day : December 3, 2024 Eschew verb ess-CHOO What it Means To eschew something is to avoid it, especially because you do not think it is right, proper, or practical. // Their teacher was known as a Luddite because he eschewed the use of smartphones and tablets in the classroom. See the entry > ESCHEW In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day : Eschew
Word of the Day – Tacitum
Word of the Day : October 14, 2024 Tacitum adjective TASS-uh-tern What It Means Taciturn is a formal word that describes someone who tends to be quiet or who tends to speak infrequently. // One of the twins was taciturn and shy, while the other one was more outgoing. See the entry > TACITUM In Context “Joan Didion looks straight … Continue reading Word of the Day – Tacitum
Word of the Day – Gossamer
Word of the Day : October 4, 2024 Gossamer adjective GAH-suh-mer What It Means Something described as gossamer—such as a butterfly wing or a thin fabric—is very light or delicate. // Except for a few gossamer clouds, the sky was clear and blue. See the entry > GOSSAMER In Context "At the bookstore, the crowd was largely made … Continue reading Word of the Day – Gossamer
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