Word of the Day: Benevolent

Yearn Meaning: To have an intense feeling of longing. Example: He yearned for his hometown during his travels.

Rescind Meaning: To revoke or cancel. Example: The contract was rescinded by the company.

Pernicious Meaning: Having a harmful effect. Example: The pernicious weed spread rapidly.

Paragon Meaning: A model of excellence. Example: She is a paragon of virtue.

Juxtaposition Meaning: The fact of two things being seen close together. Example: The juxtaposition of old and new buildings was…

Palpable Meaning: So intense as to seem almost tangible. Example: There was a palpable tension in the room.