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superfluous

Posted on March 1, 2024February 23, 2024 by Wordsmyth

adjective being beyond a sufficient amount; excessive.This paragraph is superfluous and could easily be eliminated. See the full entry

authorize

Posted on February 29, 2024February 23, 2024 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb to give authority for or to; grant power to.The child’s mother authorized the surgeon to perform the operation.The lieutenant governor is not authorized to make these kinds of decisions. See…

feud

Posted on February 28, 2024February 23, 2024 by Wordsmyth

noun a deep, long-lasting hostility, esp. between families or other related groups, and sometimes with outbreaks of violence.No one remembers how the feud started, but the two brothers haven’t spoken to each…

hardy

Posted on February 27, 2024February 24, 2024 by Wordsmyth

adjective able to endure hardship; rugged; courageous.Despite the harsh winds, the hardy mountain climbers continued their ascent. See the full entry

Grammar glossary: modifier

Posted on February 26, 2024April 25, 2025 by Wordsmyth

The word “modifier” is derived from the verb “modify.”  In grammar, when a word “modifies” another word, it adds to its meaning so that it becomes clearer and more fully-described–a dog is…

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