noun a state of extreme need or trouble.In its second year, the company found itself in severe financial distress.The coast guard received a call from a ship in distress. See the full…

adjective characterized by great enthusiasm or zeal.As an avid fan of baseball, he watches every game.She’s always been an avid reader and seems to have read everything and to know everything. See…

adjective of weather, violent or disagreeable.The inclement weather made the voyage hazardous and miserable. See the full entry

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transitive verb to approve or give support to.Doctors endorsed the legislation to ban smoking.The newspaper endorsed the democratic candidate. See the full entry