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 – Forfend
Word of the Day : May 2, 2024 Forfend verb for-FEND What it Means Forfend is used in contexts relating to some kind of real or pretended danger or other unpleasantness. In humorous and ironic use, forfend typically appears in the phrase “heaven forfend,” and, like “heaven forbid,” expresses a usually ironic desire that something not happen or be … Continue reading Word of the Day – Forfend
Word of the Day – Inviolable
Word of the Day : April 29, 2024 Inviolable adjective in-VYE-uh-luh-bul What It Means Inviolable is a formal term that is used to describe something too important to be ignored or treated with disrespect. // She considers herself a person with inviolable moral standards. See the entry > INVIOLABLE In Context "Under international law, humans possess an inviolable right to freedom … Continue reading Word of the Day – Inviolable
Word of the Day – Palpable
Word of the Day : April 22, 2024 Palpable adjective PAL-puh-bul What It Means Something described as palpable is obvious and notable. Palpable may also be used as a synonym of tangible to describe something that can be perceived by one's sense of touch. // The tension in the courtroom was palpable as the jury foreman stood to announce the verdict. See … Continue reading Word of the Day – Palpable
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