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.
a one-story cottage
A "bungalow" is a charming, one-story cottage. This word, derived from Gujarati, evokes images of cozy living spaces, perfect for those who love a quaint and comfortable home.
to move or proceed in a leisurely way
To "tootle" means to move or proceed in a leisurely way. It’s a charming word for those unhurried strolls and carefree drives that make life enjoyable. Now then, tootle away and toodle-doo until tomorrow!
cowardly; contemptibly timid
"Craven" means "cowardly or excessively timid." Use this word to describe people and actions that lack courage and boldness. How very disheartening, disquieting, and dismaying!
a young, ambitious, and well-educated city-dweller who has a professional career and an affluent lifestyle
A yuppie is a young urban professional (YUP) with an affluent lifestyle. This term evokes images of bustling city life, designer coffee, and the latest tech gadgets, though not always in a flattering way. According to various sources, it was already an insulting term by the mid-1980s.
to make a move intended to deceive (an opponent)
To "juke" means to make a deceptive move, often in sports. This word captures the agility and trickery needed to outmaneuver opponents and leave them in the dust.
