Words of the Day

These are the five words we are going to learn today.

adamant

/ˈæd.ə.mənt/

adjective

The word adamant means refusing to be persuaded or to change one’s mind. It is used to describe someone who is firm or insistent in their beliefs, decisions, or opinions.

Examples:

1. Despite the lengthy explanation, he remained adamant about his decision.

2. Despite the challenges, she remained adamant in her pursuit of her dreams.

amicable

/ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bəl/

adjective

The term amicable refers to a quality of being friendly or peaceful. It is often used to describe situations where parties cooperate or resolve differences peacefully and respectfully.

Examples:

They reached an amicable agreement on the terms of the new contract.
The divorce was surprisingly amicable.

covet

/ˈkʌv.ət/

verb

The term covet means to strongly desire something, often something that belongs to someone else.

Examples:

1. He couldn’t help but covet her neighbor’s almost perfect life.

2. He won the prize that everyone coveted.

frigid

/ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd/

adjective

The word frigid means:

Extremely cold
Emotionally cold or unfriendly

Examples:

We can’t survive in a frigid environment.
Her frigid response made it clear she was angry.

menial

/ˈmiː.ni.əl/

adjective

The word menial refers to work or tasks that are boring, low skill, and the people who do it have low status and badly paid.

Examples:

He spent his free time doing menial jobs like cleaning and dishwashing to make ends meet.
Many people look down on menial labor, forgetting how important it is in our society.