intransitive verb 1. to stare in surprise, awe, or wonder, esp. with the mouth open.The fans gaped at the celebrities. 2. to hold the mouth open for any reason, as in yawning.The…
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WOTD: naysayer
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
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…
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WOTD: behold
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…