Tag: English

Definition: (noun) The act of departing politely. Synonyms: parting, farewell. Usage: Captain Rawdon himself was much more affected at the leave-taking than the resolute little woman to whom he bade farewell. Discuss

Definition: (adjective) Loud and shrill enough to hurt the ears. Synonyms: deafening, thunderous. Usage: When the little boy throws a tantrum, he lets loose with the most fearful, earsplitting screams.

Definition: (adjective) Having no basis or foundation in fact. Synonyms: groundless, unfounded, unwarranted, idle, wild. Usage: The governor has released a statement calling the reports of corruption completely baseless and without merit.