transitive verb to honor the memory of with some special token or ceremony.The U.S. Postal Service will issue a postage stamp that commemorates Mother Teresa’s birthday. See the full entry
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static
adjective without motion; fixed.The static expression on your face makes me think that you don’t care. See the full entry
impecunious
adjective lacking funds; penniless.The cheap cafe was a haven for impecunious artists who sat for hours but ordered nothing but coffee. See the full entry
fuss
noun excessive nervous activity or needless attention.As far as I’m concerned, there is way too much fuss over this wedding. See the full entry