Adjective > Bookish more interested in reading books and studying than doing more physical activities (such as sports) Their teacher was a bookish fellow. – bookishness noun (noncount)
Verb > Hem in (+ object) to sew down a folded edge of cloth on (something) : to give (something) a hem hem the dress/skirt/trousers The curtains need to be hemmed. hem in (phrasal verb) hem (someone or something) in Read More …
Noun > Generosity (noncount) the quality of being kind, understanding, and not selfish : the quality of being generous She is admired for the generosity of her spirit. = She is admired for her generosity of spirit. (=she is admired Read More …
Adjective > Foolish having or showing a lack of good sense or judgment : STUPID, SILLY a foolish decision/mistake He was wearing a foolish grin. She’s been taking foolish risks. – foolishly adverb He foolishly ignored his parents’ advice. – Read More …
Noun > Zombie (count) 1 : informal : a person who moves very slowly and is not aware of what is happening especially because of being very tired If I don’t go to bed early I’ll be a zombie tomorrow. Read More …
Noun > Dog days Dog days is a plural noun that refers to the hottest time of the year, which in the northern hemisphere is usually between early July and early September. Dog days can also refer to a period Read More …