About the Word of the Day

Each day, this page features one carefully chosen English word with its full definition, part of speech, etymology, example sentences, and Scrabble point value. Words range from common vocabulary that rewards deeper understanding to less familiar words worth adding to your active vocabulary. The selection rotates daily so there is always something new to learn.

All words on this page are valid in Scrabble using the TWL06 dictionary, so everything you learn here has practical value for word games, not just general knowledge.

Why Learn a New Word Each Day

Vocabulary growth compounds over time. Learning one word per day adds over 350 words to your active vocabulary in a year. A larger vocabulary improves reading comprehension, writing clarity, and performance in word games like Scrabble, Wordle, and Words with Friends. Studies on vocabulary acquisition consistently show that spaced repetition, exposure to words in context, and reviewing etymology all improve long-term retention. This page provides all three in a single daily visit.

The etymology section is particularly useful. Understanding a word's origin, whether Latin, Greek, Old French, or Old English, often reveals patterns that make dozens of related words easier to remember and spell.

Daily Quiz

Each word of the day includes a short quiz to test whether the word has stuck. The quiz shows the definition and asks you to recall the word, or shows the word and asks you to select the correct meaning. Testing yourself immediately after learning is one of the most effective techniques for long-term memory, far more effective than re-reading the definition multiple times. Return each day, complete the quiz, and your vocabulary will grow steadily without any dedicated study sessions.