Category: Nouns

Visage is a formal word that refers to someone’s face or facial expression, or to the general appearance of something. Manny was surprised to see the smiling visage of his childhood friend, now running for the state senate, beaming down Read More …

Tomfoolery is a word with an old-fashioned sound to it that refers to playful or silly behavior. The antics in the play itself apparently inspired tomfoolery behind the scenes as well, as cast members constantly played practical jokes on one Read More …

1 : (count) : the usual attitude or mood of a person or animal He always had a cheerful/nervous disposition. (=temperament, personality) It’s nice to work with someone who has such a sunny disposition. (=who is usually cheerful) a dog Read More …

(count) US, medical a doctor who specializes in diseases that do not require surgery : a doctor who specializes in internal medicine

(count) formal a person who receives something welfare recipients — often + of She is the recipient of many honors. (=she has received many honors)

Respite refers to a short period of time when someone is able to stop doing something that is difficult or unpleasant, or when something difficult or unpleasant stops or is delayed. The long weekend provided a nice respite from the Read More …

(count) a person who works to make other people’s lives better She has been recognized as a great humanitarian for her efforts to end world hunger. — humanitarian adjective, always used before a noun humanitarian efforts humanitarian aid =help or Read More …

A mogul is a powerful and influential person. The music mogul’s latest album has been nominated for several awards.

Patriot refers to a person who loves and strongly supports or fights for their country. Addy enjoyed looking at old photographs of her grandmother, a patriot who served in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II, in uniform.

(singular])formal a very large amount or number : an amount that is much greater than what is necessary A plethora of books have been written on the subject. a plethora of information