noun 1. a level of authority or rank, as in an organization.She overcame numerous obstacles to reach the top echelon in her company. 2. a formation of troops, planes, or ships in…
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
WOTD: ominous
adjective 1. indicating or threatening future evil or unpleasantness.The black clouds looked ominous, so we paddled toward the shore.The messenger conveyed an ominous warning. 2. of or serving as an omen, esp….
WOTD: qualm
noun 1. a feeling of guilt, doubt, or misgiving.She had no qualms about taking the money. 2. an abrupt and unexpected faint, nauseated, or sick feeling. See the full entry
WOTD: tawdry
adjective falsely showy; cheap and gaudy.The little girl admired this woman’s dazzling necklaces and bracelets, but her mother thought they were tawdry. See the full entry
Words of the Week
Here are the words of the day for the past week. With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study these words, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their…