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WOTD: wean

Posted on October 1, 2020September 24, 2020 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb 1. to accustom (a child or young animal) to food other than milk consumed by suckling.Because of her illness, the mother weaned the baby early. 2. to cause to be…

WOTD: bequeath

Posted on September 30, 2020September 24, 2020 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb 1. to leave or dispose of (property) by a will.He bequeathed his entire estate to his daughter. 2. pass on or transfer, as to one of a younger generation.He bequeathed…

WOTD: zealous

Posted on September 29, 2020September 24, 2020 by Wordsmyth

adjective characterized by, showing, or filled with an intense enthusiasm, as toward a cause, purpose, or activity.The candidate’s zealous supporters worked tirelessly throughout the campaign.The zealous missionaries were determined to convert the…

WOTD: absolve

Posted on September 28, 2020September 24, 2020 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb 1. to free from consequences, blame, or guilt.Although the court had absolved him of the crime, society still held him responsible. 2. to release from obligation or responsibility.He was absolved…

Words of the Week

Posted on September 26, 2020September 25, 2020 by Wordsmyth

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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