noun one who is inclined to question or doubt assertions that are made or accepted by others.She was a skeptic who questioned the claims made about herbal remedies. See the full entry
Word of the Day
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pamper
transitive verb to treat or please with an uncommon or excessive amount of care, attention, or indulgence; coddle.She loves to pamper her dog with special treats.If you continue to pamper that child,…
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dungeon
noun a jail or jail cell, esp. a dark, damp one underground.The prisoner was sent to the dungeon beneath the castle. See the full entry
cavity
noun a hollow or hollowed-out place.The marine biologists found hidden cavities in the seafloor.The dentist filled three cavities in the child’s teeth. See the full entry