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 rapid, whirling southern Italian dance
The tarantella is a lively southern Italian dance that's full of rapid spins and passion. Named after a city in Italy, this word will have your feet moving and your words grooving!
of or relating to a yellow or yellowish color
Xanthic is a vivid adjective used to describe something yellow or yellowish. Its roots lie in a Greek word meaning "yellow" — think sunflowers, mustard, or goldfinches. It's a zesty splash of color for your vocab!
a wreath or garland of flowers worn on the head
An anadem is a delicate wreath or garland of flowers worn on the head — think of it as nature's tiara. This poetic term has Greek roots and was first recorded in the late 1500s. It's a fitting word for spring!
unfading or everlasting
Amaranthine means "everlasting," connected to the mythical amaranth flower that never wilts. With Greek roots, this word symbolizes something unfading — you know, like your ongoing quest to learn new vocabulary!
to seize and hold (a position or power) by force
To usurp is to take power by force, whether it’s a throne, a title, or the last slice of cake. From Latin, this word has been stirring up drama for centuries — just ask history's boldest rulers!
