English word of the day

Definition: (noun) Freedom from selfish bias or self-interest; impartiality. Synonyms: neutrality. Usage: The old judge, who usually conducted herself with disinterest, seemed to favor the prosecution from the start in this case.

Definition: (verb) To pay back or compensate (another party) for money spent or losses incurred. Synonyms: refund, repay, remunerate. Usage: As long as my siblings are willing to reimburse me for my expenses, I am happy to go into town on my day off and buy all of the snacks and decorations for the family reunion.

Definition: (adjective) Having a large belly. Synonyms: abdominous, potbellied. Usage: He was … a plump, paunchy, sturdy-looking fellow.