Word of the Day

Acicula (noun) as-ik-yu-la A needlelike part; spine, bristle, or needlelike crystal. 1875–80; New Latin, Late…

Quadriga (noun) kwod-ree-ga (Classical Antiquity.) A two-wheeled chariot drawn by four horses harnessed abreast. 1720–30;…

Vocoid (adj/noun) vok-oyd of or relating to a sound produced without stoppage or obstruction of…

Insouciant (adj) in-soo-see-ant Free from concern, worry, or anxiety; carefree; nonchalant. First recorded in 1820–30.…

Orotund (adj) or-uh-tund (of the voice or speech) characterized by strength, fullness, richness, and clearness.…

Amalgamate (verb) a-mal-ga-mayt To mix or merge so as to make a combination; blend; unite.…

Paean (noun) pee-un A formal expression of high praise, as a poem, movie, or monument.…

Stipulation (noun) stip-yu-lay-shun A condition, demand, or promise in an agreement or contract. First recorded…

Cavil (verb) kav-il To raise irritating and trivial objections; find fault with unnecessarily. Cavil was…

Jannock (adj) jan-ok Honest; fair; straightforward. First recorded in 1825–30. Primarily used in British and…