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Friday, September 18, 2020
synonym for
complex
intricate
adjective
[
in
-tri-kit ]
intricate
is another word for
complex
Something that is
intricate
has many interrelated parts or facets. Such involvement or entanglement can be the source of wonder or appreciation, as in the case of
intricate
patterns in nature or art, or frustration, as in the case of an argument that is so
intricate
it is difficult to understand. Networks, webs, and systems are interrelated by definition; in describing complex entities such as these,
intricate
draws special attention to their elaborate nature.
Commonly found as
beautiful and intricate
The
beautiful and intricate
weave on the Panama hat made it worth its weight in gold.
intricate details
The otherwise engaging presentation got bogged down in the
intricate details
of the new policy.
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augment
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posthaste
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Thursday, September 17, 2020
synonym for
fast
posthaste
adverb
[
pohst
-
heyst
]
posthaste
is another word for
fast
Posthaste
, also spelled
post-haste
, is an adverb that means “with the greatest possible speed or promptness.” It works in a sentence similar to
immediately
or
ASAP
. When the term entered English, it referred to speed like that of someone traveling
post
, or riding express to deliver mail. Nowadays you can use it to command speedy movement or action, “Leave the premise
posthaste
!” or to describe it, “She came to her friend’s aid
posthaste
.”
Commonly found as
verb + posthaste
Upon seeing the bear, the hikers
returned
to their campsite
posthaste
.
posthaste.
After the incident, the head of the network resigned
posthaste.
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intricate
Sep 16
humdrum
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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
synonym for
boring
humdrum
adjective
[
huhm
-druhm ]
humdrum
is another word for
boring
Something that is
boring
is dull and uninteresting—maybe even nap inducing. Something that is
humdrum
is especially boring for its lack of variety (unlike your synonym-rich vocabulary!). Fun though it may be to say,
humdrum
emphasizes monotony and the drone of the everyday. This dreary adjective commonly describes recurring activities or routines, or even the monotony of life itself.
Commonly found as
humdrum life
The writer’s seemingly
humdrum life
was, in reality, full of adventure.
escape + humdrum
The movie helped him
escape
his
humdrum
reality for a few hours.
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Sep 17
posthaste
Sep 15
helm
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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
synonym for
lead
helm
verb
[ helm ]
helm
is another word for
lead
To
helm
something, such as a creative project or a place of business, is to steer or direct it. The suggestion is of one
helming
or steering a ship, an activity so named for the wheel or steering apparatus of a seagoing vessel—the
helm
. You may hear of someone
helming
a department or agency, a newsroom, or a kitchen in popular restaurant. But most often,
helm
is used in the entertainment industry in discussion of the director, who steers the production on a (hopefully not choppy) course.
Commonly found as
helm the film
Much to the fans' delight, the director chosen to
helm
the film
has a background in live theater.
previously helmed
The chef came highly recommended; he had
previously helmed
the kitchen of the most critically acclaimed restaurant in the county.
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Sep 16
humdrum
Sep 14
adverse
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Monday, September 14, 2020
synonym for
negative
adverse
adjective
[ ad-
vurs
,
ad
-vurs ]
adverse
is another word for
negative
The adjective
adverse
implies antagonism and opposition. It emphasizes the idea of misfortune and is often used to describe circumstances or events that are harmful to health and well-being. For instance, you might hear of
adverse effects
of pollution or
adverse consequences
of a decision. This decidedly unfriendly adjective is related to the noun
adversity
, “an unfortunate event or circumstance” or “unfavorable fortune or fate.”
Commonly found as
adverse impact
The agency warned against the project, citing an
adverse impact
on the environment.
potentially adverse
The lab technicians worked diligently to protect the samples from the
potentially adverse
effects of light and heat exposure.
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Sep 15
helm
Sep 13
elated
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Sunday, September 13, 2020
synonym for
happy
elated
adjective
[ ih-
ley
-tid ]
elated
is another word for
happy
Elated
is the perfect adjective to use when you’re in particularly high spirits, especially when that exalted feeling arises from a victory or achievement. This lofty adjective comes from the verb
elate
, which means “to make very happy or proud,” but in earlier uses meant “to lift; elevate.” So the next time you’re walking on air or beaming with pride (or both!), remember that
elated
is up there, too, waiting in the wings for you to use it!
Commonly found as
absolutely elated
When he learned that his book was going to be published, he was
absolutely elated
.
elated and relieved
The couple felt
elated and relieved
when the paperwork to buy their dream home was finalized.
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adverse
Sep 12
potent
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synonym for
effective
potent
adjective
[
poht
-nt ]
potent
is another word for
effective
Something that is
effective
produces a desired or expected result. Something that is
potent
is not just effective; it's powerful.
Potent
implies great natural or inherent power, and it works as a synonym for
effective
when applied to things that are highly persuasive or convincing, such as a well-constructed argument.
Potent
symbols
and
potent metaphors
are powerfully evocative, and
potent
ingredients
produce powerful physical or chemical effects.
Commonly found as
potent argument
The most
potent argument
against the project is how much money it will divert from other initiatives.
remains potent
The case the legislator made years ago for campaign finance reform
remains potent
today.
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Sep 13
elated
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