Wordsmyth

noun something that tends to change or vary.When determining which medicine to prescribe, a doctor must take into account many variables, such as the age and weight of the patient. adjective likely…

transitive verb to view or treat (someone) as a celebrity or extraordinary person.Charles Lindbergh was lionized and called a hero after making his famous flight across the Atlantic. See the full entry

adjective given to taking risks and seeking excitement.He’d always been an adventurous sort, so no one was surprised when became a deep sea diver in the Navy. See the full entry

intransitive verb to remain, or to be slow to leave.A few guests lingered after the party was over.The poor man lingered between life and death for weeks.The smell of her perfume lingered…