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WOTD: ne plus ultra

Posted on January 29, 2020January 26, 2020 by Wordsmyth

ne plus ultra noun definition:  (Latin) the highest point, especially of achievement or excellence; ultimate. See the full entry

WOTD: ex cathedra

Posted on January 28, 2020January 26, 2020 by Wordsmyth

ex cathedra adjective & adverb definition 1:   (Latin) from the chair; with the authority of one’s office or rank (used especially of statements from the pope regarding faith and morals).example:  Catholic…

WOTD: sine qua non

Posted on January 27, 2020January 26, 2020 by Wordsmyth

sine qua non noun definition 1:  (Latin) something necessary; indispensable item or condition. See the full entry Note: This Latin expression means, literally, “without which, not.” In other words, without the “sine…

Words of the Week

Posted on January 25, 2020April 8, 2020 by Wordsmyth

Here are the words of the day for the past week. With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study these words, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their…

WOTD: vainglory

Posted on January 24, 2020January 14, 2020 by Wordsmyth

vainglory noun definition 1:  excessive pride in one’s own appearance, abilities, or achievements; vanity. definition 2: pretentious display lacking substance; ostentation. See the full entry

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