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 : Vestige
Word of the Day : February 10, 2025 Vestige noun VESS-tij What It Means A vestige is a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something lost or vanished. // The ruins here are the last vestiges of the Roman occupation in this part of Britain. See the entry > VESTIGE In Context "Filled with vestiges of yesteryear, the Butte … Continue reading Word of the Day : Vestige
Word of the Day : Malapropism
Word of the Day : February 7, 2025 Malapropism noun MAL-uh-prah-piz-um What It Means A malapropism is an amusing error that occurs when a person mistakenly uses a word that sounds like another word but that has a very different meaning. // "It's lovely to see all of you on this suspicious occasion," our host said. … Continue reading Word of the Day : Malapropism
Word of the Day : Encroach
Word of the Day : January 31, 2025 Encroach verb in-KROHCH What It Means To encroach is to gradually move or go into an area that is beyond the usual or desired limits, or to gradually take or begin to use or affect something that belongs to, or is being used by, someone else. Encroach is often followed … Continue reading Word of the Day : Encroach
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