Word of the Day: Pernicious

Banal Meaning: So lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring. Example: The movie’s plot was banal and predictable.

Abdicate Meaning: To give up a position of power. Example: The king decided to abdicate the throne.

Vociferous Meaning: Expressing opinions loudly and forcefully. Example: The vociferous crowd cheered the speaker on.

Ubiquitous Meaning: Present, appearing, or found everywhere. Example: Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society.

Lurid Meaning: Very vivid in color, especially to create an unpleasant effect. Example: The lurid details of the crime shocked…

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