Word of the Day Week of December 14

  • Essence

    (noun): that which makes something that it is; intrinsic
    The high ranking general's essence was felt throughout the room as he walked in.
  • Propensity

    (noun): a natural inclination or tendency; bent. Favorable inclination; bias.
    During cold nights, the couple had to propensity to cuddle as they fell asleep.
  • Extortion

    (noun): the act of getting money, etc., by threats, misuse of authority
    Through the use of extortion and laudering, the corrupt banker was able to make his hasty escape an avoid detection.
  • Domineering

    (adjective): arrogant; overbearing; tyrannical
    The employees' domineering boss had it difficult to want to work a full eight hours each day.
  • Allay

    (verb): to put (fears, etc.) to rest; quiet, calm
    The president made sure his administration did everything it could to allay the concerns from the people.