noun intolerance of any group or belief that is not one’s own, especially in the form of racial, ethnic, or religious intolerance and prejudice.The Civil Rights Act brought some measure of justice…
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
distress
noun a state of extreme need or trouble.In its second year, the company found itself in severe financial distress.The coast guard received a call from a ship in distress. See the full…
avid
adjective characterized by great enthusiasm or zeal.As an avid fan of baseball, he watches every game.She’s always been an avid reader and seems to have read everything and to know everything. See…
inclement
adjective of weather, violent or disagreeable.The inclement weather made the voyage hazardous and miserable. See the full entry
Weekly Quiz
With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study the words of the week, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their meanings with a quiz. Go to the Vocabulary…