Word of the Day: Iota, noun

• A very small amount; a bit:

“Not an iota of truth to that tale.”

Word of the Day: Quandary, noun

• A state of uncertainty or perplexity.
• Dilema.

“Unable to make a firm decision, I’ve been in this quandary for weeks.”

Word of the Day: Plaudit, noun

1. an enthusiastic expression of approval;
2. a demonstration or round of applause, as for some approved or admired performance.

“Her portrayal of Juliet won the plaudits of the critics.”

Word of the Day: Gadabout, noun

• to visit or travel to a lot of different places, enjoying yourself and not worrying about other things you should be doing

“Where have you been, you young gadabout!”

World of the Day: Largesse, noun

1. a. Liberality in bestowing gifts, especially in a lofty or condescending manner; b. Money or gifts bestowed.
2. Generosity of spirit or attitude.

“He relied on the largesse of friends after he lost his job.”

Word of the Day: Plethora, noun

1. A superabundance; an excess.
2. An excess of blood in the circulatory system or in one organ or area.

“There has been a plethora of plays in recent years whose claim to modernity is based on indicated rather than felt emotion.” —Arthur Miller