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"How to Pronounce the English word "bestow"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "bestow". This is a verb which means to provide or give something as a gift.For example, you can say, "The surgeon bestowed eyesight to my blind son." ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "juxtapose"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "juxtapose". This is a verb which means to put things side by side, often for comparison or contrast.For example, you can say, "The news article on globalization featured pictures of t ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "gratuitous"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "gratuitous". This is an adjective which means free or complimentary. It can sometimes mean unnecessary as well.For example, you can say, "Anybody can use positive feedback from their ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "zealous"" cover image
May 16, 2008

This video is about the word "zealous". This is an adjective which means being enthusiastic or passionate.For example, you can say, "Mrs. Jones has been a zealous supporter of our charity. She donates ...

"How to Pronounce the word "virtuoso"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "virtuoso". This is a noun which means an expert, often in music.For example, you can say, "Few people would dispute that Itzhak Perlman is the reigning virtuoso of the violin today." ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "reminisce"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "reminisce". This is a verb which means to go over past experiences in one's mind, or to remember.For example, you can say, "I was just reminiscing about my high school years. I wish I ...

Woman smiling with the word "Nonentity" and its definition displayed.
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "nonentity". This is a noun which means a person who is thought as being unimportant or insignificant.For example, you can say, "As a new immigrant to America, Mario felt he was a none ...

Woman speaking about the term "luminary" with a close-up of her cheek.
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "luminary". This is both an adjective and a noun. As a noun, it means a famous person who has achieved great success in a certain field.For example, you can say, "As an ambassador to F ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "jeopardize"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "jeopardize". This is a verb which means to expose to danger.For example, you can say, "I wouldn't jeopardize my career by dating my co-worker when my boss thinks it's highly unprofess ...

"How to Pronounce the English word "honorable"" cover image
May 16, 2008

Today's word is "honorable". This is an adjective which means being morally correct, distinguished, or respectable.For example, you can say, "My father was an honorable man. He would never tell a lie ...