Category: Word of the Day

Friday, September 9, 2016

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Efface \e-fās\ (transitive verb)- to cause something to fade or disappear
: to eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface; to cause to vanish
: to make (oneself) modestly or shyly inconspicuous

Thursday, September 8, 2016

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Fervor \ˈfər-vər\ (noun)- a strong feeling of excitement and enthusiasm

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

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Amenable \ə-ˈmē-nə-bəl\ (adjective)- willing to agree or to accept something that is wanted or asked for; able to be controlled, organized, or affected by something

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

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Illustrious \i-ˈləs-trē-əs\ (adjective)- admired and respected very much because a lot was achieved
: notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity or achievements or actions

Monday, September 5, 2016

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Prudent \ˈprü-dənt\ (adj.)- : having or showing careful good
: marked by wisdom or judiciousness
: shrewd in the management of practical affairs

Friday, September 2, 2016

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Adjuvant \ˈa-jə-vənt\ (adj.)- serving to aid or contribute; auxiliary

 

(noun)- one that helps or facilitates

Thursday, September 1, 2016

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Mettle (noun)- strength of spirit; ability to continue despite difficulties
: vigor and strength of spirit or temperament

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

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Trepidation \ˌtre-pə-ˈdā-shən\ (noun)- feeling of fear that causes one to hesitate because of thinking something bad or unpleasant is going to happen

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

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Unpretentious (adj.)- : not having or showing the unpleasant quality of people who want to be regarded as more impressive, successful, or important than they really are

Monday, August 29, 2016

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Tenacious \tə-ˈnā-shəs\ (adj.)- not easily stopped or pulled apart; firm or strong; continuing for a long time; very determined to do something