Tag: Noun

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

A glade is a grassy open space in a forest. She felt the most at ease outdoors, often taking delight in the peaceful glades she came across on her hikes.

(singular) 1 : a meal with many different foods that are placed on a large table so that people can serve themselves : BUFFET 2 : a large mixture of many different things We were presented with a smorgasbord (=variety) Read More …

Kudos refers to praise someone receives because of an act or achievement, or to fame and renown that results from an act or achievement. Kudos to everyone who helped clean up the community garden. The company has received kudos for Read More …

Deference refers to respect and esteem that is appropriate to show to someone, such as a superior or elder. Something done in deference to, or out of deference to, someone or something is done in order to show respect for Read More …

1 : the quality or state of having many different forms, types, ideas, etc. (noncount) The island has more diversity in plant life than other islands nearby. biological/genetic/linguistic diversity There was some diversity of opinion about what should be done. Read More …