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WOTD: caricature

Posted on August 13, 2020August 6, 2020 by Wordsmyth

noun 1. a depiction, in a drawing or verbal description, that deliberately exaggerates or distorts some features of the person or thing represented to produce a comic or grotesque appearance.The actress was…

WOTD: hallowed

Posted on August 12, 2020August 6, 2020 by Wordsmyth

adjective 1. considered sacred; venerated.They bring fruit and rice each day as an offering for their hallowed ancestors. 2. consecrated or sanctified; holy.They wished their son to be buried in hallowed ground….

WOTD: hilarity

Posted on August 11, 2020August 6, 2020 by Wordsmyth

noun noisy or boisterous merriment.Loose in the office, the squirrel caused a mixture of terror and hilarity. See the full entry

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WOTD: decrepit

Posted on August 10, 2020August 6, 2020 by Wordsmyth

adjective in a poor condition because of old age or much use; dilapidated; worn-out.He says his arthritis has made him decrepit.These decrepit buildings should be torn down. See the full entry

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