Top secret word alert! We’ve uncovered a hidden gem in the world of vocabulary: “foremost”. Shhh, don’t tell anyone, but you can learn its secret meaning right here!

Foremost

/ˈfȯr-ˌmōst/

Foremost is most prominent in rank, importance, and position. It means to be the leading, the top-tier, but not to be minor or below.

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Imagine you’re a brave knight preparing for a jousting tournament. You want to be the foremost knight – the one everyone admires! “Foremost” means being the most prominent, the leader of the pack. It’s like the top-tier knight in shining armor, the leading contender in a race, or the student who always gets the highest marks.

Think about awards shows. The “foremost” actor might win the biggest award for their amazing performance.  During a school play, the “foremost” role might be the lead character with the most lines and the most attention.

So, “foremost” describes someone or something that stands out as the leader, the top dog, or the one with the most importance! It’s not about being average – it’s about being at the very top!

Example Sentence

As one of the foremost chefs in the city, his restaurant is always fully booked.

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Calling all vocabulary champions! This week, we’re putting your word skills to the test. Can you guess what “cringe” means? Read on to find out and unlock a whole new level of vocabulary power!

What does cringe mean? In this video, we’ll learn the definition, synonyms, antonyms, and how to use the word in a sentence. If you have an instrument, you can even play along using the chords provided in the video.

Cringe

ˈkrinj

Cringe is to have an inward feeling of embarrassment and awkwardness. It means to wince to squirm to flinch and not be bold and confident.

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Imagine you’re at a school talent show and your friend gets up to sing. They’re really excited, but maybe they’re a little off-key or forget the words.  If that makes you feel a little embarrassed for them (even though you know they’re trying their best!), then you’re experiencing a cringe!

A cringe is like a shiver or a flinch, but it happens because you feel secondhand embarrassment for someone else. It’s like your body is saying, “Oh no, that’s a bit awkward!”

Sometimes you might even cringe at yourself! Maybe you trip and fall in front of your crush, or accidentally call your teacher “Mom.”  That feeling of wanting to hide in a hole because you’re embarrassed for yourself? That’s a cringe too!

So, a cringe is that feeling of awkwardness or secondhand embarrassment that makes you want to squirm in your seat.

Example Sentence

Just the thought of eating broccoli makes me cringe.

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Did you know the English language has over 170,000 words? Today, we’re adding one more to your arsenal! Get ready to learn “Courteous” and become a vocabulary whiz!

What does courteous mean? In this video, we’ll learn the definition, synonyms, antonyms, and how to use the word in a sentence. If you have an instrument, you can even play along using the chords provided in the video.

Courteous

/ˈkər-tē-əs/

Courteous is to be polite and respectful. The synonyms are to be well-mannered and nice, but not to be rude and inconsiderate.

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Imagine you’re at the playground and see a friend struggling to climb on the monkey bars. A courteous friend would stop and offer a helping hand, maybe even give them a little boost!  Being courteous means being polite and kind to others, just like how you would want someone to treat you.

Think about how you open a door – if you hold it open for someone behind you, that’s being courteous! Or at the library, if you whisper instead of shouting, that’s courteous too. It’s all about using good manners and being considerate of the people around you.

So, courteous means being kind, polite, and helpful, just like a good friend on the playground!

Example Sentence

Even though he was busy, the cashier remained courteous and polite to every customer.

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Struggling to find the perfect word to express yourself? “Indication” is here to save the day! Learn this awesome word and add some sparkle to your writing and conversations.

What does indication mean? In this video, we’ll learn the definition, synonyms, antonyms, and how to use the word in a sentence. If you have an instrument, you can even play along using the chords provided in the video.

Indication

/ˌin-də-ˈkā-shən/

Indication is a sign that something happens or exists. Another word is a signal another word is a warning, but the antonyms are to ignore and deny.

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Imagine you’re playing a game of hide-and-seek with your friends. You peek around a corner and see a tiny bit of your friend’s shoe sticking out. That’s an indication they’re hiding nearby! It’s like a little detective clue that helps you solve the mystery of where they are. But indications can be more subtle than a bright red shoe. Maybe you hear a muffled giggle coming from behind a curtain, or see a footprint in the dirt leading away from a bush. These are all smaller indications that, when pieced together, can help you crack the case!

An indication can be anything that gives you a hint or a sign about something else. For example, if you see dark clouds gathering in the sky, it might be an indication that it’s going to rain. Or, if your tummy starts rumbling, it might be an indication you’re hungry!

So, “indication” is like a little secret message that helps you understand what’s happening around you.

Example Sentence

The dark clouds in the sky were an indication that it was going to rain soon.

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Calling all vocabulary champions! This week, we’re putting your word skills to the test. Can you guess what “function” means? Read on to find out and unlock a whole new level of vocabulary power!

Function

/ˈfəŋ(k)-shən/

Function is an activity intended for a person or thing. The synonyms are task, responsibility, and duty. The opposite is inaction or nothing.

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Imagine you have a cool toy robot. It has lots of different parts that all work together to make the robot do amazing things, right? Each part has a special function, like a job it needs to do. The arms might help the robot grab things, the legs help it walk, and the lights might help it see.

Just like a robot’s parts, everything in the world has a function! A doorknob’s function is to help you open the door. A chair’s function is to give you a place to sit. The function of a toy car is to zoom around and have fun!

So, “function” is like a special job or purpose that something has.

Example Sentence

The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body.

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Struggling to find the perfect word to express yourself? “Frank” is here to save the day! Learn this awesome word and add some sparkle to your writing and conversations.

Frank

ˈfraŋk

Frank is open, honest, and direct in speech or writing. The synonyms are straightforward and truthful. The antonyms are secretive and dishonest.

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Imagine you’re playing a game of hide-and-seek with your friend. You know exactly where they’re hiding, but you don’t want to spoil the surprise! But then, your other friend comes along and asks you straight out, “Do you know where Kat is hiding?”

If you’re being frank, you might just say, “Yes, I see them!” Being frank means you tell the truth directly, even if it might not be what someone wants to hear. It’s like saying something “straight from the shoulder” – honest and upfront!

This explanation uses a relatable scenario (playing hide-and-seek) to illustrate the concept of honesty and directness associated with the word “frank.”

Example Sentence

The kid was frank with his friend and told him that he didn’t like the game they were playing.

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