English word of the day

Definition: (adjective) Of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal. Synonyms: sooty. Usage: The cavern was lighted for an instant…and then immediately returned to pitchy darkness rendered thicker by the smoke.

Definition: (verb) Put (things or places) in order. Synonyms: clean up, square away, tidy, straighten. Usage: My mother insists that I neaten up my room and put my toys away before bed every night.

Definition: (adjective) Having or exhibiting the power of fluent and persuasive speech. Synonyms: eloquent, smooth-spoken, fluent, facile. Usage: The silver-tongued politician trounced his opponent in the debate and earned enthusiastic applause from his supporters.