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.
marked with streaks or grooves
Striated refers to something marked with grooves or streaks, like muscles or layered rock. From a Latin word meaning "furrow," this term adds depth and detail to your descriptions.
(American football) a charge on the passer as soon as the ball is snapped
A blitz is an American football play that involves a charge on the passer as soon as the ball is snapped. This word comes from the German term "blitzkrieg," meaning "lightning war." A blitz in football gets the job done in record time.
(of wind) to blow fiercely
Wuther describes wind blowing fiercely. From Old Norse, this word lets you capture the haunting beauty of a blustery day. Let's listen to the language of the wind!
the specification of boundaries
Demarcation marks the act of setting boundaries, whether on maps or in relationships. From a Spanish word that originally referred to dividing territories, this term helps you define limits like a pro.
a meaningless or nonsensical piece of writing
An amphigory is a playful piece of writing that's meaningless or nonsensical. With French roots, this term is perfect for describing poetry or prose that revels in absurdity.
