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Friday, November 27, 2020
synonym for
device
gadget
noun
[
gaj
-it ]
gadget
is another word for
device
The noun
device
often refers to a smartphone or tablet, but if you're looking for more general term for brilliant doohickey or contraption,
gadget
is an excellent option. A
gadget
, properly defined, is a mechanical contrivance or device. It is the slightly more dignified cousin of such catchall terms as
thingamajig
,
whatsit
, and
gizmo
. Typically, the noun
gadget
implies some ingenuity and possible complexity. One might call something a
gadget
when one does not quite understand how it works but appreciates its utility.
Commonly found as
electronic gadgets
All the major tech companies come out with new
electronic gadgets
right around the winter holiday season.
gizmos + gadgets
He spent several hours in the garage playing with all his new
gizmos and gadgets
.
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Nov 28
sluggish
Nov 26
gratitude
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Thursday, November 26, 2020
synonym for
thanks
gratitude
noun
[
grat
-i-tood, -tyood ]
gratitude
is another word for
thanks
To give
thanks
is to express appreciation for something—in other words, to express
gratitude
. But the noun
gratitude
goes a little deeper.
Gratitude
is defined as the quality or feeling of being grateful or thankful. The key difference is one of feeling versus expressing.
Gratitude
implies a warm or deep appreciation of personal kindness (a feeling).
Grateful
and
thankful
are, of course, both wonderful things to be, and fortunately they are not mutually exclusive. Go ahead, give
thanks
loudly as an expression of your deep
gratitude—
there's ample room at the table for both!
Commonly found as
gratitude and appreciation
The boss expressed her
gratitude and appreciation
for each staff member.
sincere gratitude
The family showed theirÂ
sincere gratitude
for everyone's support by writing them personal letters.
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Nov 27
gadget
Nov 25
gormandize
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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
synonym for
eat
gormandize
verb
[
verb
gawr
-m
uh
n-dahyz ]
gormandize
is another word for
eat
The verb
eat
, though tremendously useful, says very little about the manner in which one partakes in a meal. Slowly? Quickly? With gusto? That’s where big, flavorful verbs like
gormandize
come in handy: to
gormandize
is to eat greedily or ravenously.
Gormandize
comes from the noun of the same spelling, which originally skewed negative to refer to excessive eating, but in the 1800s picked up a degree of refinement, suggesting unrestrained enjoyment of fine foods, wines, and the like. When not gobbling up food,
gormandize
may be found devouring books, knowledge, or gossip.
Commonly found as
gourmandize (without object)
He did not just eat; he
gormandized
, leaving not a crumb behind.
gourmandize (with object)
Having waiting 5 years for its much-hyped release, she absolutely
gormandized the new book
.
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Nov 26
gratitude
Nov 24
serene
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Tuesday, November 24, 2020
synonym for
peaceful
serene
adjective
[ s
uh
-
reen
]
serene
is another word for
peaceful
The adjective
serene
means calm, peaceful, or tranquil. It is most commonly used to describe people who display a notably unruffled manner, or natural surroundings that are fair and calm. When applied to people,
serene
suggests dignity, composure, and graciousness. When applied to
nature
, it suggests mellowness. Unlike
peaceful
,
serene
is not used to describe relations, as between nations, or processes, such as transitions of power. In fact,
serene
, when not describing an individual's expression or demeanor, is more likely to turn up in descriptions of settings where people are scarce!
Commonly found as
face + serene
Despite the commotion around him, his
face
was
serene
and he seemed perfectly relaxed.
quiet and serene
She preferred to kayak in the early morning, when the lake was
quiet and serene
.
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Nov 25
gormandize
Nov 23
intrepid
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Monday, November 23, 2020
synonym for
fearless
intrepid
adjective
[ in-
trep
-id ]
intrepid
is another word for
fearless
Someone who is
intrepid
stays their course regardless of obstacles that arise. This bold adjective is a close synonym for
fearless
, but
intrepid
suggests a degree more resolve and daring. Adventurers, explorers, and travelers are all commonly described as
intrepid
; reporters, too, though not scaling mountains and traversing seas, are often described as
intrepid
, surmounting obstacles of a different variety. The phrase
intrepid soul
is used to refer to an individual who dares to do something to the surprise, delight, or admiration of others.
Commonly found as
intrepid reporter
The story had career-making potential for whichever
intrepid reporter
dared to take it on.
a few intrepid + noun
The rancher watched as
a few intrepid
cows broke from the herd and ran straight up the hill in search of greener pastures.
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Nov 24
serene
Nov 22
invigorate
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Sunday, November 22, 2020
synonym for
energize
invigorate
verb
[ in-
vig
-
uh
-reyt ]
invigorate
is another word for
energize
The verb
invigorate
is bursting with life! It means “to give vigor to” or “to fill with life and energy.” This animated term is similar to
energize
, but
invigorate
, drawing on
vigor
 “vitality,” emphasizes healthy physical or mental energy or power. A brisk walk in mountain air will
invigorate
your senses; a fascinating conversation will
invigorate
your mind; and, applied a little more broadly, actions taken by a governing body, such as a city government, might
 invigorate
a local economy.
Commonly found as
inspire and invigorate
The incredible stories shared by her neighbors
inspired and invigorated
her.
invigorate + economy
The senators were convinced that the legislation, if passed, would
invigorate
the
economy
.
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Nov 23
intrepid
Nov 21
embroil
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Saturday, November 21, 2020
synonym for
involve
embroil
verb
[ em-
broil
]
embroil
is another word for
involve
The verb
embroil
is used to talk about involvements or entanglements of a particularly contentious or messy nature. If a person is
embroiled
in controversy, they are at the center of a bitter dispute or are deeply involved in a complex situation marked by discord and hostility. The more general verb
involve
is often used to talk about participation in something embarrassing or troublesome, but it does not convey the same degree of complication or strife.
Commonly found as
embroil in controversy
The company was
embroiled in controversy
after its CEO refused to denounce sexist remarks that were leaked to the press.
currently embroiled
The musician is
currently embroiled
in a legal battle with her record label over who owns the rights to her songs.
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Nov 22
invigorate
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sluggish
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gratitude
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