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WOTD: characterize

Posted on June 18, 2020June 15, 2020 by Wordsmyth

verb 1. to describe (someone or something) in terms of what one considers to be the most distinguishing feature or features; ascribe certain characteristics to.The press characterized him as a criminal although…

Using the Children’s Dictionary app during reading

Posted on June 17, 2020April 8, 2022 by Wordsmyth

Our recent update allows the Wordsmyth Children’s Dictionary app to support multitasking functions on iPad and Android tablets. With this update, your students can use our dictionary while reading or writing on…

WOTD: excoriate

Posted on June 17, 2020June 12, 2020 by Wordsmyth

verb 1. to denounce or criticize severely.The company’s CEO was excoriated for his wrongful actions and was forced to resign. 2. to abrade or tear away the skin of. See the full…

WOTD: panacea

Posted on June 16, 2020June 15, 2020 by Wordsmyth

noun a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-allAntibiotics are not a panacea, but they are a useful weapon in the fight against disease.There is no panacea in the…

WOTD: winnow

Posted on June 15, 2020June 15, 2020 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb 1. to sift through, or separate out the desired or worthwhile from the undesired or worthless part of, as by critical analysis.The committee winnowed the submitted suggestions, trying to find…

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