noun a person who guards or protects.The Coast Guard are the guardians of these waters. See the full entry
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
deteriorate
intransitive verb to decline or become inferior in value or quality; debase.Since she started smoking, her health has deteriorated.Due to neglect, the condition of the property is deteriorating.Our friendship has deteriorated as…
combatant
noun someone or something that engages in fighting, especially as part of warfare.The battle was fierce, and many combatants on both sides were killed. 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…
tint
noun a hint or trace of a color; tinge.pink with a yellow tint. See the full entry