Word Of The Day

Coltish

Energetic but awkward in one’s movements or behavior. Playful, not trained or disciplined. “Coltish horseplay to celebrate their graduation.”

Glower

Have an angry or sullen look on one’s face; scowl. “The librarian glowered at her for talking too loud.”

Misogynous

Of or characterized by a hatred of women. “Police believe it was a misogynous assault.”

Luddite

A person opposed to increased industrialization or new technology, and is often someone who is incompetent when using new technology. “He was a luddite that preferred his typewriter over a computer.”

Conflate

Combine two or more texts, ideas, etc. into one. “Their ideas were conflated in ways that were not helpful.”

Machinate

Engage in plots and intrigues; scheming. “To machinate the overthrow of the government.”

Untenable

Not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection. “She was in an untenable situation that was difficult to get out of.”

Boorish

Resembling or characteristic of a boor; rude and clumsy in behavior. “His boorish behavior was unacceptable to the directors.”

Mellifluous

Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear. “She had a mellifluous voice.”

Peripatetic

Traveling from place to place, esp. working or based in various places for relatively short periods. “He maintained a peripatetic lifestyle.”