Word of the Day: Izzat.

Noun
1. Honor, reputation, or prestige.

Example Sentences.
1. "The new president's experience increased the izzat of the nonprofit organization."
2. "The long-lasting diplomatic relationship has a great deal of izzat on both sides."
3. "Izzat was one of the values taught to the schoolchildren."

Word Origin.
Urdu, mid-19th century

This word — referring to the values of honor and prestige — comes from Persian and Urdu, by way of the Arabic "izza," meaning "glory." The concept of izzat as a cultural value is prevalent across Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh communities.

Word of the Day: Vertiginous.

Adjective
1. Causing vertigo, especially by being extremely high or steep.
2. Relating to or affected by vertigo.

Example Sentences.
1. "The roller coaster had a vertiginous effect on many who rode it."
2. "Ray's dog gets vertiginous on car rides through the mountains."
3. "High balconies can make someone who's afraid of heights feel vertiginous."

Word Origin.
Latin, early 17th century

This word comes from the Latin "vertiginosus," meaning "suffering from dizziness." "Vertiginous" describes something that causes vertigo, also known as being woozy.

Quote of the Day
“When life gets tough and you’re faced with defeat, remember somewhere in the world a flower is popping through some concrete.”

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Word of the Day: Compère.

Noun 1. A person who introduces the performers or contestants in a variety show; host.
Verb 1. Act as a compère for (such a show).

Example Sentences.
1. "Sam's bubbly personality made him a great compère for the talent show."
2. "The compère introduced all of the contestants with a nickname."
3. "I'll be compèring the charity fashion show next weekend."

Word Origin.
French, early 20th century

"Compère" — used as either a noun or a verb — refers to hosting a show.