adjective unlikely to change in response to any request or argument; firmly decided or fixed; unyielding.He was adamant in his refusal to join any political party.I thought I could change her mind,…
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WOTD: rebuke
transitive verb to give a sharp reprimand to; criticize.She rebuked him and called him a fool for giving away their secret. noun a sharp reprimand or criticism; strong reproof. See the full…
WOTD: sham
noun an imitation that is passed as genuine; counterfeit.The advertising was very convincing, but the product was a sham. adjective false or simulated.sham griefsham diamonds transitive verb to create the false appearance…
WOTD: adolescence
noun the period between puberty and adulthood.Adolescence can be a difficult period of emotional adjustment. See the full entry