Redoubtable [ri-dou-tuh-buhl] (adj.):
1. that is to be feared; formidable.
2. demanding or evoking respect, or reverence.
Example:
The building rose to a redoubtable height.
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Word of the Day: Nascent
Here’s to new beginnings!
Nascent [nas-uhnt, ney-suhnt] (adj.):
beginning to exist or develop, sometimes in the chemical state (a nascent state).
Example:
The nascent company adopted a bold marketing strategy, and established itself as a force to be reckoned with.
Word of the Day: Preternatural
Tired of using the word “extraordinary”? Try today’s word.
Preternatural [pree-ter-nach-er-uhl, –nach-ruhl] (adj.):
Supernatural; out of the ordinary course of nature; exceptional or abnormal.
Example:
His powers were preternatural, but he made the mistake of underestimating the strength of those around him.
Word of the Day: Matrifocal
Matrifocal [ma-truh-FOH-kuhl, mey] (adj.):
1. focused or centered on the mother or woman.
2. family unit or structure lacking a father and headed by a mother.
Example:
Can a matrifocal society survive in today’s heartless world?
Word of the Day: Contrite
Glad to be back after a few days away. I’m afraid I was terribly ill this past week. Even when the weather was hot, apparently, I should not have worn my summer clothes as my body wasn’t ready to be bear just yet. I had a fever for a couple of days, and couldn’t leave bed the whole time. Thankfully, I’m feeling much better, and I’m back to blogging with a word that describes my current feelings.
Contrite [kuh
n-trahyt, kon-trahyt] (adj.):
1. caused by or showing great remorse.
2. filled by a sense of guilt and desire for atonement; penitent.
Example:
After getting a fever, I am contrite that I slipped into my summer clothes a bit too soon.
Word of the Day: Wanton
Looking for another word that has the same meaning as malicious, evil or mean?
Wanton [won-tn] (adj.):
1. done maliciously or unjustifiably.
2. deliberate or without motive, provocative, uncalled-for.
3. without regard of what is right, just, humane.
Example:
I’ve had enough of your wanton pranks!
Word of the Day: Miscreant
Miscreant [mis-kree-uhnt] (noun):
Villain, depraved person.
(adj.):
Villainous,evil, base behavior.
Example:
The miscreant handed her the bloodred, poisonous apple. “Take a bite,” she said, smiling wickedly.
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