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WOTD: naysayer

Posted on January 12, 2021December 31, 2020 by Wordsmyth

noun a person who refuses, denies, or opposes, esp. because of cynicism or pessimism.They went ahead with their ambitious plan despite the arguments of the naysayers. See the full entry

WOTD: bamboozle

Posted on January 11, 2021December 31, 2020 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb 1. (informal) to trick by deceptive claims, flattery, or the like; deceive.They bamboozled him into believing they were policemen. 2. to mystify or confuse.This problem utterly bamboozles me. See the…

Weekly Quiz

Posted on January 9, 2021January 4, 2021 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. Click here to go to the Vocabulary…

WOTD: behold

Posted on January 8, 2021December 30, 2020 by Wordsmyth

intransitive verb to see or observe.She was the most beautiful child I ever beheld.When the rains finally came, the multitude of animals at the watering hole was an extraordinary sight to behold.He…

WOTD: edible

Posted on January 7, 2021December 30, 2020 by Wordsmyth

adjective suitable or safe to be eaten as food.We learned to recognize the edible berries. See the full entry

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