English word of the day

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.

Definition: (verb) Cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid. Synonyms: rust, eat. Usage: Nothing can be a stronger proof of the malignant quality of the air than that the rust will immediately corrode both the iron and brass if they are not carefully covered with straw.

Definition: (noun) Someone who gossips indiscreetly. Synonyms: talebearer, tattler, tattletale. Usage: If you share that secret with a blabbermouth like Joe, then he will turn around and share it with anyone who will listen.