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verbose

Posted on February 19, 2024February 16, 2024 by Wordsmyth

adjective using or consisting of a large or excessively large number of words; wordy.The committee chair is a verbose person, and this adds greatly to the length of meetings.My thoughts began to…

Weekly Quiz

Posted on February 17, 2024January 22, 2024 by Wordsmyth

With the Wordsmyth Vocabulary Center activities, you can study the words of the week, play games with them, and assess your knowledge of their meanings with a quiz. Go to the Vocabulary…

inept

Posted on February 16, 2024February 8, 2024 by Wordsmyth

adjective lacking skill or aptitude; incompetent.I don’t like the thought of firing him, but he’s truly inept at the job. See the full entry

frill

Posted on February 15, 2024February 8, 2024 by Wordsmyth

noun an unnecessary or superfluous ornament or luxury.He drove an expensive car with all the frills. transitive verb to decorate with a gathered or pleated trimming; ruffle. See the full entry

prohibition

Posted on February 14, 2024February 8, 2024 by Wordsmyth

noun 1. the act of prohibiting.The prohibition of tobacco smoking in all public buildings took place last year. 2. a law that prohibits something.Environmentalists are working for the prohibition of these dangerous…

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