inflection noun definition 1: a change in the pitch or tone of a voice; modulation.example: Often, inflection alone indicates that a person is asking a question. 2. the act of turning or…
WOTD: syntax
syntax noun definition 1: the study of the structure and formation of phrases and sentences.example: She is a linguist specializing in German syntax. definition 2: the rules in a language that govern…
WOTD: dissemble
dissemble transitive verb definition 1: to disguise or hide behind a false semblance; conceal the true nature or state of.example: She dissembled her real motives for visiting her dying uncle. definition 2:…
WOTD: incumbent
incumbent adjective definition 1: currently holding an office or position.example: No one is running against the incumbent senator in this election. definition 2: required or obligatory. example: As your superior, it is…
WOTD: derivation
derivation noun definition 1: a word formed by adding an affix to another word, or the process of forming a word in this way.example: The words “happiness” and “unhappy” are derivations of…