adjective (informal) not real or genuine; fake.She could tell he was wearing a phony beard and mustache. See the full entry
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
kindle
transitive verb to build or start (a fire).The campers used twigs and matches to kindle a fire. See the full entry
manure
noun the waste matter of animals, esp. that of cows and horses, used as a fertilizer. Manure is often mixed with other organic materials such as straw. The farmers are spreading manure…
gauge
transitive verb to make an estimate of or a judgment concerning; judge.The speaker incorrectly gauged the reactions of his audience.It is impossible to gauge the size of an iceberg by looking at…
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…