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Weekly Quiz

Posted on January 17, 2026December 30, 2025 by Wordsmyth

With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study the words of the week, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their meanings with a quiz. Go to the Vocabulary…

tragedy

Posted on January 16, 2026January 8, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun a disastrous occurrence; calamity.The fire that killed these children was one of the greatest tragedies this city has every known. See the full entry

smudge

Posted on January 15, 2026January 8, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun a dirty blot or mark; smear; stain.There was dirty smudge on his new suede boots.The workers returned with smudges on their faces. See the full entry

scope

Posted on January 14, 2026January 8, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun the breadth or range of one’s view, thoughts, operation, or the like.The clients were impressed with the scope of our vision for their project.These questions are beyond the scope of this…

orifice

Posted on January 13, 2026January 8, 2026 by Wordsmyth

noun an opening, such as a vent, mouth, or hole, through which something can pass.The nostrils are two orifices through which viruses commonly enter the body. See the full entry

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