Word of the Day

Monday, November 28, 2016


Vicissitude \və-ˈsi-sə-ˌtüd\ (noun)-the quality or state of being changeable ;mutability
: natural change or mutation visible in nature or in human affairs

: a favorable or unfavorable event or situation that occurs by chance

: a difficulty or hardship attendant on a way of life, a career, or a course of action and usually beyond one’s control

Word of the Day

Tuesday, November 22, 2016


Sycophant \ˈsi-kə-fənt\ (noun)- a person who praises powerful people in order to get their approval
: a servile self-seeking flatterer

Word of the Day

Monday, November 21, 2016


Formidable \ˈfȯr-mə-də-bəl\ (adjective)- very powerful or strong : deserving serious attention and respect
: very difficult to deal with
: causing fear, dread, or apprehension
: having qualities that discourage approach or attack
: tending to inspire awe or wonder

Word of the Day

Friday, November 18, 2016


Lambent \ˈlam-bənt\ (adjective)- shining or glowing softly
: having a light, appealing quality
: softly bright or radiant

Word of the Day

Wednesday, November 16, 2016


Jocose \jō-ˈkōs\ (adjective)- very cheerful, merry
: given to joking; humorous
:witty