adjective 1. easy to sense or perceive; obvious.The applicant’s nervousness was palpable although she attempted to appear calm.This palpable lie did nothing to aid the young man’s defense. 2. able to be…
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WOTD: characterize
verb 1. to describe (someone or something) in terms of what one considers to be the most distinguishing feature or features; ascribe certain characteristics to.The press characterized him as a criminal although…
WOTD: excoriate
verb 1. to denounce or criticize severely.The company’s CEO was excoriated for his wrongful actions and was forced to resign. 2. to abrade or tear away the skin of. See the full…
WOTD: panacea
noun a remedy or solution for all diseases, ills, or difficulties; cure-allAntibiotics are not a panacea, but they are a useful weapon in the fight against disease.There is no panacea in the…
WOTD: winnow
transitive verb 1. to sift through, or separate out the desired or worthwhile from the undesired or worthless part of, as by critical analysis.The committee winnowed the submitted suggestions, trying to find…