noun an imitation that is passed as genuine; counterfeit.The advertising was very convincing, but the product was a sham. adjective false or simulated.sham griefsham diamonds transitive verb to create the false appearance…
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
WOTD: adolescence
noun the period between puberty and adulthood.Adolescence can be a difficult period of emotional adjustment. See the full entry
WOTD: recede
intransitive verb to move back to a previous low level or point, as water.After days of flooding, the rain stopped and the river water finally began to recede. See the full entry
WOTD: glaze
transitive verb to install glass in (a window). intransitive verb to become glazed or glassy.The road glazed over during the storm.Her eyes glazed with fatigue. See the full entry
Weekly Quiz
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