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Thursday, October 29, 2020
synonym for
satisfy
appease
verb
[
uh
-
peez
]
appease
is another word for
satisfy
When desires, expectations, or needs are
satisfied
, they are fulfilled. A hearty meal might
satisfy
one's appetite (nice and simple!). The verb
appease
is used a little differently: to
appease
someone is to calm, pacify, or soothe them. The core idea behind
appease
is that of preserving or obtaining peace, but the term is not without conflict: sometimes
appease
suggests making anxious overtures or undue concessions, perhaps at the expense of what one feels is right, to satisfy demands of powerful people or entities.
Commonly found as
try to appease
The intern
tried to appease
his moody boss by bringing him the daily report first thing each morning.
appease + critics
The announcement of the new policy did little to
appease the critics
, who were skeptical it would translate into any meaningful improvements on the ground.
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Oct 30
avocation
Oct 28
curb
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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
synonym for
check
curb
verb
[ kurb ]
curb
is another word for
check
No need to check, restrain, or even
curb
your enthusiasm for today’s Synonym of the Day. To
curb
something is to restrain or control it. This meaning is rooted in the noun sense of
curb
, a bit used to control a horse. However, the verb is most commonly used to talk about restricting or limiting negative forces such as violence, corruption, or pollution.
Commonly found as
curb emissions
The city developed an ambitious plan to drastically
curb emissions
and improve air quality.
help curb
The researcher did everything he could to
help curb
the spread of misinformation.
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Oct 29
appease
Oct 27
bashful
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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
synonym for
shy
bashful
adjective
[
bash
-f
uh
l ]
bashful
is another word for
shy
The adjective
bashful
isn’t one for the spotlight, but it’s the center of attention today!
Bashful
is an adjective that means “uncomfortably diffident and easily embarrassed.” This timid term suggests trepidation and awkward behavior when brought into prominence or notice. However, sometimes
bashful
suggests modesty and sensitivity more than fear or self-doubt.
Commonly found as
bashful about
Noticing my hesitation in the lobby, the concierge smiled and said, "Don't be
bashful about
coming in!"
bashful smile
After the interview, the author met the reporter's praise for his new book with a
bashful smile
.
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Oct 28
curb
Oct 26
nonchalant
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Monday, October 26, 2020
synonym for
casual
nonchalant
adjective
[ non-sh
uh
-
lahnt
,
non
-sh
uh
-lahnt, -l
uh
nt ]
nonchalant
is another word for
casual
The adjective
nonchalant
is used to describe someone who behaves in a coolly unconcerned manner or exudes a calm, casual air. If a person is feeling nervous or uncertain but wants to give an impression of confidence—as, for example, during a job interview or on a first date—they might try to appear
nonchalant
. But a
nonchalant
attitude in the face of serious matters or perilous circumstances can be received as chilly indifference.
Commonly found as
nonchalant attitude
The economist's
nonchalant attitude
was alarming given the severity of the problem he was describing.
appear nonchalant
The performer had never been more nervous for an audition, but he tried to
appear nonchalant
in his introduction.
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Oct 27
bashful
Oct 25
inquisitive
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Sunday, October 25, 2020
synonym for
curious
inquisitive
adjective
[ in-
kwiz
-i-tiv ]
inquisitive
is another word for
curious
Someone who is
inquisitive
asks a lot of questions. An
inquisitive
nature in many cases reflects intellectual curiosity—a generally desirable trait! However,
inquisitive
is sometimes used to suggest a degree of intrusiveness and inappropriateness. That said, be careful not to confuse
inquisitive
with
inquisitorial
, which, in pointing to inquisitions and inquisitors, calls to mind excessive cruelty.
Commonly found as
inquisitive mind
The young lab assistant had a lot of energy and an
inquisitive mind
; she was ready to tackle any new experiment.
naturally inquisitive
Children are
naturally inquisitive
, constantly asking about things in their environment.
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Oct 26
nonchalant
Oct 24
laud
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Saturday, October 24, 2020
synonym for
praise
laud
verb
[ lawd ]
laud
is another word for
praise
The verb
laud
is a more celebratory way to say
praise
. If you
laud
the accomplishments, efforts, or achievements of another person, then you’re singing their praises. While we don’t mean singing literally (though who doesn’t love an impromptu serenade?), the suggestion of song is rooted in the history of this word: in its earliest uses, the verb
laud
suggested an act of worship, as the singing of a hymn, and a
laud
(noun) is a song or hymn of praise.
Commonly found as
laud + effort
The town council
lauded the efforts
of local businesses who had given back to the community.
critically lauded
The actress was most remembered for her starring role in one of the most
critically lauded
series of all time.
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Oct 25
inquisitive
Oct 23
spectacle
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Friday, October 23, 2020
synonym for
show
spectacle
noun
[
spek
-t
uh
-k
uh
l ]
spectacle
is another word for
show
A
spectacle
is an elaborate or impressive show or display, such as the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. The term can also refer, more generally, to a visually striking scene, such as a starry sky on a cloudless night. The key idea behind the word
spectacle
is that of being seen, which doesn’t always work to one’s favor! Indeed, a show or display that is remarkable for all the wrong reasons might be called a
spectacle
. Additionally, to
make a spectacle of oneself
is to behave foolishly or badly in public.
Commonly found as
witness + spectacle
About fifty people had woken up early to
witness
the
rare
spectacle
of a thousand sandpipers taking flight at the local beach.
bizarre spectacle
The event devolved into a
bizarre spectacle
the likes of which had not been seen before.
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Oct 24
laud
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avocation
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curb
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