jocose adjective definition 1: inclined to joke; jovial; merry.example: The jocose old gentleman had everyone at the table chuckling. definition 2: funny; humorous.example: She began her speech with a few jocose remarks. Collocations:…
WOTD: panegyric
panegyric noun definition 1: a speech or piece of writing made in formal, elaborate praise of a person or thing.example: Does she deserve this panegyric for doing something any good citizen would…
WOTD: armistice
armistice noun definition: an agreement by warring parties to suspend hostilities; truce.example: The people were jubilant when they learned of the armistice that brought an end to the war.. “By July 23…
imply vs. infer
“Imply” and “infer” have a relationship that is similar to the one between “talk” and “listen.” “Imply” corresponds more closely to the talking side of the relationship, and “infer” corresponds more closely…
Introducing WILD, Wordsmyth’s Dictionary for Young Readers and Pre-Readers!
Wordsmyth is for kids The Wordsmyth Illustrated Learner’s Dictionary (WILD) is Wordsmyth’s most exciting, colorful, and interactive dictionary. WILD is geared toward children in Grades K to 2 as well as to…