Word of the Day
Definition: (adjective) Relating to or associated with heat. Synonyms: caloric. Usage: The scientists had not anticipated such extreme thermal conditions and were forced to delay the experiment indefinitely.
Definition: (verb) Find repugnant. Synonyms: abhor, abominate, loathe. Usage: I was raised to execrate all those whose skin color differs from mine, but I have learned to look beyond the external and get to know people for who they truly are.
Definition: (adjective) Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion. Synonyms: candid, forthright, frank, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder, outspoken, plainspoken, blunt. Usage: They appeared remarkable figures, free-spoken men with whom one could be at ease. Discuss
Definition: (noun) Payment of a debt or obligation. Synonyms: repayment. Usage: I should have flung at him a quittance for my foolish stepfather's debts, and then dismissed him.
Definition: (noun) The skill, practice, and sport of fighting with the fists. Synonyms: boxing, fisticuffs. Usage: My mother thinks pugilism is barbaric, but I reserve that designation for mixed-martial arts.
Definition: (noun) Blatant or sensational promotion. Synonyms: hoopla, hype, plug. Usage: The ballyhoo that accompanied Kyle's campaign for student council was ultimately unnecessary, as no one chose to run against him. Discuss
Definition: (adjective) Marked by breadth or tolerance of views; broad-minded. Synonyms: liberal, tolerant. Usage: My plan must have seemed very foolish to her, but she was often large-minded about humoring the desires of other people.
Definition: (noun) A traveler going on a trip. Synonyms: journeyer. Usage: A little way past the inn we came upon a notice-board whereon the lord of the manor warned all wayfarers against trespassing. Discuss
Definition: (adjective) Having plenty of money. Synonyms: prosperous, well-off, well-to-do, comfortable, easy. Usage: The price tag is out of reach of all but the most well-heeled.
Definition: (noun) Someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation. Synonyms: sea rover, pirate. Usage: The buccaneer on the wave might relinquish his calling and become at once if he chose, a man of probity and piety on land. Discuss