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Medicaster is a noun that refers to a fake doctor. Our word of the day combines the prefix M-E-D-I,
Indexical is an adjective that means varying depending on context. It can also be a noun that refers
Trachle is a verb that means to fatigue or wear out. Coming directly from Scottish, our word of the
Aporia is a noun that refers to an internal contradiction. Our word of the day comes from the Greek
Vulpine is an adjective that means like a fox. The Latin word vulpes (VOOL pez) means ‘fox.’ When so
Sneakernet is a noun that refers to the transfer of electronic information by moving it physically.
Prattle is a verb that means to talk at length in a foolish way. Coming from the Low German word pra
Vendible is an adjective that means ‘able to be bought or sold.’ It is also a noun that refers to an
Nutate is a verb that means to nod the head. Our word of the day comes from the Latin word nutare (n
Unco is an adjective that means strange or unknown. Coming directly from Scottish, our word of the d
Mumpsimus is a noun that refers to someone who sticks to old erroneous ways. Our word of the day is
Hyperacusis is a noun that refers to a heightened sensitivity to sound. You may recognize the Greek
Recondite is an adjective that means unknown or abstruse. Coming from the Latin word reconditus (ray
Schmatte is a noun that refers to a ragged or shabby garment. Our word of the day comes from the Yid
Malinger is a verb that means to exaggerate or feign illness to escape work. The French word malingr
Rive is a verb that means to split or tear apart violently. Our word of the day’s origin isn’t fully
Glabrous is an adjective that means smooth and hairless. The Latin word glaber (GLOB er) means smoot
Crag is a noun that refers to a steep rock formation rising higher than its surrounding rocks. Our w
Haverel is a noun that refers to a half-wit. Coming directly from Scottish, our word of the day is r
Collate is a verb that means to collect and combine in proper order. The Latin word conferre (con FA
