Word Of The Day

Recusant

noun: someone who refuses to conform to established standards of conduct

adjective: refusing to submit to authority

adjective: (of Catholics of the time from about 1570 to 1791) refusing to attend services of the Church of England



Glower

to look or stare with sullen dislike, discontent, or anger.



Ennui

a feeling of utter weariness and discontent resulting from satiety or lack of interest; boredom.



Supine

lying on the back, face or front upward.



Gourmand

a person who is fond of good eating.



Languorous

lacking energy or liveliness; dreamy



Tyro

a beginner in learning anything; novice.



Adroit

quick, skillful or adept in action or thought



Bravado

a swaggering show of courage



Ahu

a stone heap or platform used by the Polynesians as a marker or memorial.