Word of the Day
Learn a new word every day! The Dictionary.com team of language experts carefully selects each Word of the Day to add some panache to your vocabulary.
an opaque coating of ice caused by rapid freezing
"Rime" refers to a thin coating of ice that forms when water vapor freezes rapidly, often giving the world a magical, frosty appearance. The word tends to pop up today in meteorology or literature. Next time you step outside to find everything sparkling, you can say it's covered in rime!
abrupt in manner; blunt
"Brusque" describes a manner that is abrupt or curt, often perceived as blunt or to the point. It comes from an Italian word meaning "sour or sharp-tasting." If you want to get right to the facts, your brusque nature might just do the trick!
to no place; nowhere
"Nowhither" is a poetic and old-fashioned way of saying “to no place” or "nowhere." It's often used to express a sense of directionlessness or lack of destination. So if you're feeling lost, just tell someone you're heading nowhither — it adds a touch of mystery to your journey!
to make or become confused
If a problem addles you, it scrambles your brain. This word originally referred to a rotten or unhatched egg, such as how eggs can addle in the heat. Is something addling you today? We hope not!
stormy, as the sea
"Procellous" is a dramatic word used to describe something as stormy or turbulent, especially the sea. It's a Latin word that was first recorded in the 1600s. Describing "procellous" weather can make you sound like a true meteorologist!
