noun 1. land that is barren or unsuitable for vegetation.Trees do not grow on the tundra, but it is far from being a wasteland as it is abundant with lichen, mosses, and…
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WOTD: pallor
noun unnatural paleness, esp. of the face.Seeing his pallor, I guessed him to be very ill. See the full entry
WOTD: jargon
noun 1. technical or specialized words or expressions, as of a science or profession, sometimes considered to be unnecessary or confusing when used in general parlance.To be a successful lawyer you have…
WOTD: omnipotent
adjective 1. possessing infinite power; all-powerful.They believe in an omnipotent god. 2. possessing arbitrary or great power.an omnipotent judge noun (cap.) the supreme deity; God (usu. prec. by the). See the full…
WOTD: kindred
noun 1. a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan.No one among our kindred would commit such an evil act. 2. one’s relatives; kinfolk.He and all his kindred were…