English word of the day

Definition: (adjective) Composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency. Synonyms: grainy, granular, gritty, coarse-grained, mealy. Usage: My husband's cooking efforts have left a farinaceous residue in my frying pan that I do not look forward to cleaning.

Definition: (noun) Agreement on a secret plot. Synonyms: collusion. Usage: If you escaped, Salensus Oll would know that only through my connivance could you have succeeded.

Definition: (verb) Beg persistently and urgently. Synonyms: insist. Usage: She had come to the conclusion that he spoke no other English, and so she ceased to importune him for information.