adjective 1. tightly drawn, pulled, or stretched; not slack.That tightrope is too taut. 2. showing tension or strain.taut lips See the full entry
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WOTD: nonetheless
adverb despite the foregoing; still; nevertheless.Although short, he was nonetheless considered one of the most valuable players on the basketball team.She knew her father would not agree, but she begged him nonetheless….
WOTD: secede
to withdraw from a political or religious unit, or from some other organization or alliance.The Southern states seceded from the Union. See the full entry
WOTD: measly
adjective 1. (informal) ridiculously inadequate or unsatisfactory; paltry.If he thinks I’m going to sell my whole collection for a measly fifty dollars, he’s crazy. 2. having, pertaining to, or like measles. See…
WOTD: candid
adjective without deception or concealment; honest; forthright.She is candid about her faults.I appreciate your being candid with me.The actor’s candid statements about his drug use surprised the interviewer. noun a photograph in…