Word of the Day : December 10, 2024 Brogue noun BROHG What It Means A brogue is a low shoe, usually made of leather, that is decorated with small holes along the sides at the toe, and that usually features a wing tip. // Even though his brogues are scuffed and old, Dad prefers them to his new loafers. See the … Continue reading Word of the Day : Brogue
Word of the Day : Fulgent
Word of the Day : December 9, 2024 Fulgent adjective FULL-jint What It Means Fulgent is a formal, often poetic word used to describe something that is dazzlingly bright. It is a synonym of radiant. // After a long, drizzly morning, a fulgent sun finally peeked out from behind the clouds. See the entry > FULGENT In Context "He [Kendrick … Continue reading Word of the Day : Fulgent
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 – Complaisant
Word of the Day : December 2, 2024 Complaisant adjective kum-PLAY-sunt What It Means Someone described as complaisant is willing or eager to please other people, or is easily convinced to do what other people want. // Derek was a complaisant boy, always happy to oblige whenever his mother or father asked him to run an errand. // … Continue reading Word of the Day – Complaisant
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