Word of the Day: Medium

Medium

(md-m)

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The word medium has several meanings.

The one to focus on today is a noun: a way or method of doing something.

The best medium of transportation is undoubtedly the aeroplane.

As an information medium, television is going out of fashion.

The internet is a medium for trivial celebrity gossip.

Word of the Day: Eloquent

Eloquent

(l-kwnt)

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Eloquent is an adjective, meaning (of speech or actions) persuasive and/or expressive.

When used to describe people, it means they are skilled at using words.

The minister gave an eloquent sermon in church today; I was very moved.

The best man's speech was both eloquent and entertaining.

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eloquently (adverb)

The teacher eloquently explained the difference between the two tenses; I'm sure the class knew what they were doing by the end!

eloquence (noun)

Her eloquence, unfortunately, means that I am almost persuaded by her case even when  I vehemently disagree.