Word of the Day Archive
February 2008

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1. mien: demeanor; also, aspect; appearance.
2. subterfuge: a deceptive device or stratagem.
3. perquisite: a benefit in addition to a salary.
4. magniloquent: lofty or grandiose in speech or expression.
5. ineffectual: without effect; weak; useless.
6. lubricious: lewd; also, slippery or smooth.
7. extempore: without premeditation or preparation.
8. aberrant: abnormal.
9. menagerie: a collection of wild or unusual animals; also, a diverse group.
10. raiment: clothing in general; garments.
11. ersatz: being a substitute or imitation.
12. copacetic: very satisfactory.
13. perdurable: very durable; long lasting.
14. amative: pertaining to or disposed to love.
15. ennui: a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction arising from lack of interest.
16. virago: an ill-tempered, overbearing woman; also, a woman of great strength and courage.
17. pestiferous: bearing or bringing disease, moral harm, or annoyance.
18. sine qua non: an indispensable thing.
19. abominate: to detest intensely.
20. factitious: artificial; not authentic or genuine.
21. relegate: to assign or remove, usually to an inferior position.
22. dissolute: loose in morals and conduct.
23. nettlesome: causing irritation, vexation, or distress.
24. irrupt: to burst in forcibly or suddenly.
25. lissom: supple; nimble.
26. aplomb: confidence; coolness.
27. temerarious: reckless; rash.
28. fallible: liable to make a mistake.
29. supererogatory: going beyond what is required or expected; also, superfluous, unnecessary.