Word of the Day :April 30, 2025 Insouciance noun in-SOO-see-unss What It Means Insouciance is a formal word that refers to a feeling of carefree unconcern. It can also be understood as a word for the relaxed and calm state of a person who is not worried about anything. // The young actor charmed interviewers with his … Continue reading Word of the Day : Insouciance
Word of the Day: Askew
Word of the Day : March 5, 2025 Askew adjective uh-SKYOO What It Means Askew means “not straight” or “at an angle,” and can be used as both an adjective and an adverb. // The picture on the cabin wall was slightly askew. // The picture was hung askew on the cabin wall. See the entry > ASKEW In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day: Askew
Word of the Day : Billet-doux
Word of the Day : Billet-doux Billet-doux What It Means A billet-doux is a love letter. The word's plural is billets-doux. // Since their relationship was long-distance, the couple thought it would be cute to send each other billets-doux on their anniversary. See the entry > BILLET-DOUX "... [Jon] Batiste creates splendid music—those of us with kids likely … Continue reading Word of the Day : Billet-doux
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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