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wince

Posted on November 28, 2022November 22, 2022 by Wordsmyth

intransitive verb to shrink suddenly back or away, as from pain or distress; flinch.The pain of the needle made him wince.The students winced when they heard their assignment. See the full entry

Weekly Quiz

Posted on November 26, 2022October 31, 2022 by Wordsmyth

With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study these words, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their meanings with a quiz. Go to the Vocabulary Center, the words…

accolade

Posted on November 25, 2022November 17, 2022 by Wordsmyth

noun an expression or mark of approval; honor; award.The actress received accolades from the critics for her performance in this new film.The governor’s plan drew accolades from the state’s mayors. See the…

panoramic

Posted on November 24, 2022November 17, 2022 by Wordsmyth

adjective allowing or presenting a wide unbroken view of landscape and the like.From our hotel window, we had a panoramic view of the mountains. See the full entry

knave

Posted on November 23, 2022November 17, 2022 by Wordsmyth

noun an unscrupulous person; evildoer.That knave broke her heart and made off with her money. See the full entry

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