Word of the Day
Top 150 Vocabulary Words You Should Know
Top 150 Words You Should Know
In 2025, an educator, Dr. Diane Hamilton, released a list: “Top 100 Vocabulary Words That Adults Should Know.” Below are those hundred words sprinkled into my list of 150 additional words. Every day of the Karen Hunter Show, we will announce the word of the day to expand your vocabulary, sharpen your thinking, and elevate your conversations. Stay informed, be empowered.
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| Nommo
march 17, 2025
Nommo – The regenerative power of spoken discourse—the notion that what you speak is a vibration and that the universe actually seeks to complement that vibration.
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| Palliative
march 13, 2025
Palliative (adj./noun) – Something that eases pain or symptoms without addressing the root cause.
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| Ovarios (Spanish)
march 11, 2025
Ovarios (noun) – The Spanish word for “ovaries,” referring to the female reproductive organs that produce eggs and hormones.
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| Excoriate
march 10, 2025
Excoriate (verb) – To criticize or berate severely; to strip the skin off, metaphorically speaking.
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| Diatribe
march 7, 2025
Diatribe (noun) – A bitter, forceful, and often angry verbal attack or criticism.
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| Drivel
march 6, 2025
Drivel (noun) – Nonsense or silly talk; meaningless or senseless chatter.
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| Bailiwick
march 5, 2025
Bailiwick (noun) – A person’s area of expertise, authority, or skill; the space where they excel.
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| Imbue
march 4, 2025
Imbue (verb) – To deeply inspire, fill, or saturate something with a particular quality or feeling.
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| Nihilistic
march 3, 2025
Nihilistic (adjective) – A mindset or belief that life is meaningless, rejecting moral principles, authority, or established systems.
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| Fabulist
February 27, 2025
Fabulist (noun) – A person who tells elaborate or deceptive stories; a liar or someone who fabricates the truth.
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| Palpable
February 26, 2025
Palpable (adjective) – So real, so tangible that you can almost feel it physically.
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| Confound
February 25, 2025
Confound (verb) – To confuse, surprise, or frustrate by going against expectations.
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| Poltroon
February 24, 2025
Poltroon (noun) – A coward; someone who lacks courage and refuses to stand up when it matters.
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| Farcical
February 21, 2025
Farcical (adjective) – Ridiculously absurd, so foolish or over-the-top that it feels like a joke.
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| Myopic
February 20, 2025
Myopic (adjective) – Short-sighted; lacking long-term vision or deeper understanding.
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| Askance
February 19, 2025
Askance (adverb) – With suspicion, doubt, or a side-eye of skepticism.
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| Dolt
February 18, 2025
Dolt (noun) – A person who is slow to understand; a fool or someone who consistently lacks sense.
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| Dulcet
February 17, 2025
Dulcet (adjective) – Sweet, soothing, and pleasant, especially in sound.
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| Miscegenation
| Miscegenation
February 14, 2025
Miscegenation (noun) – The mixing of different racial groups through marriage, relationships, or reproduction, often historically used in a negative or legal context to uphold racial segregation.
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| Inexorably
February 13, 2025
Inexorably (adverb) – In a way that is relentless, unstoppable, and cannot be changed or avoided.
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| Cossetted
February 12, 2025
Cossetted (adjective) – Overly pampered, protected, or spoiled with excessive care.
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| Inured
February 11, 2025
Inured (adjective) – So accustomed to something, especially hardship or negativity, that it no longer affects you.
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| Reprobate
February 10, 2025
Reprobate (noun) – A person with no moral principles; someone who is shamelessly corrupt or behaves badly without remorse.
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| Appropriation
| Appropriation
February 7, 2025
Appropriation (noun) – The act of taking something for one’s own use, especially without permission, often referring to the exploitation of cultural elements, traditions, or symbols from marginalized groups.
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| Placid
February 6, 2025
Placid (adjective) – Calm, peaceful, and untroubled, often used to describe someone or something that is not easily disturbed.
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| Erudition
February 5, 2025
Erudition (noun) – Extensive knowledge gained through reading, study, and learning, especially in a particular subject or field.
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| Deleterious
February 4, 2025
Deleterious (adjective) – Harmful, damaging, or having a negative effect on something or someone.
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| Elucidate
February 3, 2025
Elucidate (verb) – To make something clear, to explain or clarify something in a way that makes it easier to understand.
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| Frivolity
January 31, 2025
Frivolity (noun) – Lightheartedness or silliness, often lacking seriousness or depth, especially when it comes to important issues.
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| Cajole
January 30, 2025
Cajole (verb) – To persuade someone to do something through flattery, gentle urging, or sometimes manipulation.
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| Untenable
Untenable (adjective) – Impossible to defend or justify; a position or argument that cannot be supported or maintained.
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| Abjure
Abjure (verb) – To formally reject or renounce something, often a belief, cause, or behavior, usually after careful consideration.
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| Ebullient
Ebullient (adjective) – Overflowing with enthusiasm, energy, or excitement; bubbling with positivity and joy.
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| Acquiesce
Acquiesce (verb) – To accept or agree to something without protest, often reluctantly or passively.
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| Obfuscate
Obfuscate (verb) – To deliberately make something unclear or confusing, often to hide the truth or avoid answering directly.
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| Obtuse
Obtuse (adjective) – Lacking sharpness or quickness in understanding; slow to grasp a concept or respond to something, often intentionally.