wold noun a high area of open, rolling country without trees; moor.
Word of the Day
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default
dih fawlt noun 1. failure to take positive action; neglect. He had not actively decided to close his account; it was a choice made by default. 2. failure to perform an action…
circumspect
suhr k@m spekt adjective characterized by prudent consideration of circumstances or consequences; discreet; cautious. Her friend’s car accident after heavy drinking had made her more circumspect.
glib
glIb adjective speaking or prone to speak easily and fluently, esp. in a careless or thoughtless manner, with little concern for the truth. Don’t let any glib salesman talk you into making…
kill-joy
kIl joI noun one who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others, esp. by being gloomy or pessimistic. When we’re out on the town trying to forget our troubles, we don’t want a…