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.
"Riant" means "cheerful, smiling, or full of laughter." It comes from an Old French word meaning "merry." When you're in a particularly happy or jolly mood, you can say you're feeling riant, spreading cheer wherever you go!
shining brightly; dazzling
Fulgent describes things that shine brightly or dazzle with intense light. When you see something gleaming, glistening, and glittering — like the sun or a sparkling jewel — say it's "fulgent" and then pat yourself on the back for having such a brilliant vocabulary.
to play in a frisky, light-spirited manner
"Frolic" means to play in a frisky, carefree manner, often with lots of energy. The word comes from Dutch meaning "joyful." So, if you're in the mood for some fun and light-hearted play, it's time to frolic your way through the day.
in or during the next month
"Proximo" refers to the upcoming month, typically used in formal settings. It comes from a Latin word meaning "nearest." If you've planned a huge conference and someone asks you when it is, tell them "proximo" — just make sure it really is the following month!
bell-shaped
"Campanulate" means bell-shaped, often used to describe flowers like bluebells or lilies. Next time you spot a delicate bell-shaped bloom, you'll know exactly how to describe it with this elegant term.
