Word of the Day - Grandioquence Grandioquence What It Means Grandiloquence is a formal word that refers to the use of extravagantly colorful or pompous language often in order to sound impressive and important. // He was known for the flowery grandiloquence of his speeches which, his passionate delivery notwithstanding, always caused more than a few listeners to doze … Continue reading Word of the Day – Grandioquence
Word of the Day – Feign
Word of the Day : November 8, 2024 Feign verb FAYN What It Means To feign something (such as surprise, ignorance, or sleep) is to pretend to feel or be affected by it. // I would never feign illness just to get out of a test. See the entry > FEIGN In Context “After Eric’s betrayal, Harper has … Continue reading Word of the Day – Feign
Word of the Day – Hallowed
Word of the Day : October 31, 2024 Hallowed adjective HAL-oad What It Means Hallowed describes something, such as a memorial, considered holy or blessed, or something that is highly respected and revered. // The church stands on hallowed ground. // Community service is one of the organization’s most hallowed traditions. See the entry > HALLOWED In Context "Writing these words, … Continue reading Word of the Day – Hallowed
Word of the Day : Exact
Word of the Day : October 16, 2024 Exact verb ig-ZAKT What It Means To exact something (such as payment or revenge) is to demand it and get it, especially by using force or threats. Exact is also used in phrases like "exact a terrible toll" and "exact a high/heavy price" to say that something has caused a … Continue reading Word of the Day : Exact
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