Word of the Day: Fastidious

Ostentatious Meaning: Designed to impress. Example: The house was decorated in an ostentatious way.

Mitigate Meaning: To make less severe. Example: Steps were taken to mitigate the damage.

Aberration Meaning: A deviation from the norm. Example: The sudden storm was an aberration.

Effervescent Meaning: Vivacious and enthusiastic. Example: Her effervescent personality was contagious.

Xenophobia Meaning: Fear of foreigners. Example: Xenophobia is a social problem in many countries.

Diaphanous Meaning: Light and translucent. Example: She wore a diaphanous gown to the ball.