Here are the words of the day for the past week. With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study these words, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their…
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WOTD: dismantle
transitive verb to tear down; take apart.They dismantled the reviewing stand after the parade. See the full entry
WOTD: coerce
transitive verb 1. to persuade or pressure (a person) to do something by using threats, intimidation, or the like.It has been alleged that she was coerced into confessing.Other members of the gang…
WOTD: paraphernalia
noun 1. (used with a plural verb) personal possessions, esp. small items.The police looked over the paraphernalia in the woman’s room, hoping to find some useful clue.He’s a big sports fan and…
WOTD: foment
transitive verb to encourage the development of; instigate or foster.The factory owners complained of “troublemakers” who fomented discontent among the workers.Anti-government agents fomented revolution. See the full entry