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…
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
frugality
noun prudent or sparing use of resources, especially money.Because of their frugality, my grandparents were able to leave us a considerable sum. See the full entry
excellence
noun the fact or state of being extremely good or of high quality.The academic excellence of the university is well-known.We’re proud of the excellence of our products.Her excellence as a teacher is…
mendacious
adjective untruthful.We knew he was a mendacious person, so we didn’t believe he was telling the truth. See the full entry
tribulation
noun severe suffering or affliction; distress.Her easy life became one of tribulation after her husband died. See the full entry