English word of the day

Definition: (noun) A burning sensation, usually centered in the middle of the chest near the sternum, caused by the reflux of acidic stomach fluids that enter the lower end of the esophagus. Synonyms: pyrosis. Usage: Why, a single glass of beer would give me heartburn and spoil my next good meal.

Definition: (noun) An expression of sympathy with another's grief. Synonyms: commiseration. Usage: I hoped that my words of condolence would offer the grieving family some comfort.

Definition: (noun) Inability to see clearly in dim light; due to a deficiency of vitamin A or to a retinal disorder. Synonyms: moon blindness, night blindness. Usage: Sharon's nyctalopia was so severe that she needed a flashlight to find light switches at night.