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.
impassable
"Impermeable" refers to not allowing fluids, ideas, or people pass through. Whether you're talking about rain gear or a strong will, being impermeable means nothing can break through your defenses — metaphorically or literally!
(slang) to reprimand viciously
Today’s Word of the Day comes with a bit of a sting! "Strafe" originally referred to an aerial attack, but in slang, it’s all about delivering a harsh reprimand. Next time someone’s in the line of fire, you'll know exactly what to call it!
forced feeding, as by a flexible tube and a force pump
"Gavage" refers to feeding through a tube, often used in medical or animal care settings. It's a technique that helps administer fluids, nutrients, or medications to patients that cannot eat on their own. It’s usually a word for serious situations since it can help save lives.
with careful and consistent effort; diligently
"Assiduously" describes working with careful and persistent effort. Whether it's a project, a workout, or learning new words, tackling it assiduously gets the job done. So, keep at it, you wordsmith in progress!
disdainfully proud; scornfully arrogant
"Haughty" describes someone disdainfully proud or scornfully arrogant. This word is great for calling out those who look down on others with undue pride. Even its etymological roots are tied to European nobles who considered themselves to be above others in life.
