English word of the day

Definition: (noun) The reversal of the normal order of words. Synonyms: inversion. Usage: Anastrophe, when used correctly, can give writing an impact that traditional sentence structures cannot always achieve.

Definition: (adjective) Having or exerting a malignant influence. Synonyms: malevolent, malign, evil. Usage: I would bet my life that Amelia's grades would improve if she stopped going out with those malefic hoodlums every night.

Definition: (noun) One of a set of parallel slats in a door or window to admit air and reject rain. Synonyms: fin. Usage: Rain will continue slipping through that broken louver until we fix it.