noun the universe considered as a whole.Planetarium shows help us appreciate the vastness of the cosmos. See the full entry
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
adoption
noun the act or fact of becoming the legal parent of another person’s child, or the act or condition of being thus adopted as another’s child.The couple prepared their home for the…
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…
virtuoso
noun a person who demonstrates exceptional ability, style, or skill, especially in music.Franz Liszt was a piano virtuoso, and his skill at playing caused his works as a composer to be highly…
treaty
noun a formal agreement between two or more countries.The kings signed a treaty that ended the long war. See the full entry