English word of the day

Definition: (noun) A witty, often paradoxical remark, concisely expressed. Synonyms: quip. Usage: These gentlemen were obliged to be civil in public, yet they cut at each other with epigrams that were as sharp as razors.

Definition: (verb) Cry or whine with snuffling. Synonyms: blubber. Usage: Put your handkerchief away—don't snivel before me.

Definition: (noun) Assigning some quality or character to a person or thing. Synonyms: attribution. Usage: The ascription to me of honors I had not earned left me feeling guilty and ashamed.