Word of the Day

noun a doorway or entrance, especially a large and imposing one.The prince and his retinue came on horseback through the castle’s portal. See the full entry

adjective not too much or too little; within limits.He paid a moderate price for the book.There was a moderate change in the temperature last night. See the full entry

adjective capable of changing in response to changes in environment.The animal’s adaptive ability is important to its survival. See the full entry

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noun a lapse in attention to what one is doing.An oversight caused me to be late paying the bill. See the full entry