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Word of the Day: Balter
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Word of the Day: Clinomania
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Word of the Day: Obsequious
I feel like I haven’t posted a “word of the day” in years! Today’s word is one I like.
Obsequious uh b-see-kwee-uh s:
1. characterized by or showing servile complaisance or deference; fawning.
2. servilely compliant or deferential.
3. obedient; dutiful.
Example:
1. He gave an obsequious nod to his supperior.
2. She had always been an obsequious wife, until she wasn’t anymore.
Word of the Day: Abrasive
This word is for those of you who are dealing with the unpleasant.
Abrasive [uh–brey-siv, -ziv] (adj.) :
tending to annoy or cause ill will; overly aggressive.
Example:
“Abrasive comments on my posts will be marked as spam,” she wrote in the bio of her blog.
How would you handle an abrasive follower?
Word of the Day: Redoubtable
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.
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: Diaphanous
Today’s word is brought to you by July’s hot and humid weather.
Diaphanous [dahy-af–uh-nuh
s] (adj.):
1. very sheer and light; almost completely transparent or translucent.
2. delicately hazy.
Example:
In spite of her light blouse and her diaphanous skirt, Emily’s sweat was dripping from every pore.
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Word of the Day: Abrogate
This word gave me a few things to think about.
Abrogate [ab-ruh-geyt] (verb):
1. to abolish or annul by formal or official means.
2. to put aside, put an end to.
Example:
After the opposition’s meeting, a decision was made to abrogate the controversial article of the constitution.
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