intransitive verb to see or observe.She was the most beautiful child I ever beheld.When the rains finally came, the multitude of animals at the watering hole was an extraordinary sight to behold.He…
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WOTD: edible
adjective suitable or safe to be eaten as food.We learned to recognize the edible berries. See the full entry
WOTD: ordain
transitive verb 1. to proclaim or authorize (a person) to be a Christian priest or minister, or a rabbi, esp. by a formal ceremony.The bishop will ordain two new priests next month.His…
WOTD: accelerate
transitive verb 1. to cause (a particular activity or process) to happen faster.He accelerated his college program and received his degree early. 2. to increase the speed or rate of.He noisily accelerated…
WOTD: harmonious
adjective 1. characterized by agreement or accord. The relationship between the sisters was never harmonious, but now they weren’t even speaking to each other. 2. melodious. See the full entry