Word of the Day

Evince (verb) e-vins Reveal the presence of (a quality or feeling); indicate. Late 16th century…

Dichotomy (noun) die-kot-om-ee A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented…

Mimicry (noun) mim-ik-ree The action or skill of imitating someone or something, especially in order…

Socractic (adj) sok-rat-ik Relating to Socrates or his philosophy (more…)

Flabbergast (verb) flab-uh-gast (usually as adjective flabbergasted) Surprise (someone) greatly; astonish. Late 18th century of…

Bamboozle (verb) (informal) bam-boo-zul Cheat or fool. Early 18th century of unknown origin. (more…)

Wane (verb) wayn (of the moon) have a progressively smaller part of its visible surface…

Poule (noun) (slang) pul A girl or young woman, especially a promiscuous one. 1920s; earliest…

Feckless (adj) fek-les Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible. Late 16th century from Scots…