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.
in a persistent or tenacious manner
To do something doggedly means to do it with determined persistence, like a dog chasing its favorite toy. Use this word when describing your unshakable focus on achieving goals — keep at it, doggedly and determined!
slow in pace or movement
Tardigrade doesn't just refer to tiny, resilient creatures — it's also an adjective that means "slow-paced." If you're embracing life at a leisurely pace today, you're moving in true tardigrade fashion. So slow down and enjoy the journey!
to change from a fluid into a thickened mass; curdle; congeal
When something coagulates it thickens or clots. It's often used when talking about liquids. Next time you watch your soup cool into a thicker consistency, you can proudly say it’s coagulating — and so is your vocabulary!
an ancient Peruvian device used for recording events and accounts
A quipu is a series of knotted cords used by the Incas for record-keeping. It’s a fascinating example of how creativity meets practicality — next time you tie up loose ends, think quipu!
foul-smelling
An olid smell is unpleasantly strong. Think of that awful gym bag or a garbage bin on a hot day — olid fits the bill! Use it when something is particularly pungent (and preferably, far away from you!).
