Jubilee
(joo-buh-lee) noun
a celebration of the anniversary of a special event
More about Jubilee
First recorded between 1350–1400.
From the Hebrew word yōbhēl which literally means “ram.” Another meaning was “a ram’s horn used as a trumpet” which was sounded to proclaim the Day of Atonement.
The town held a grand jubilee to commemorate its 200th anniversary.
The school’s centennial jubilee featured alumni from all over the world.
(beek) Verb
to bask or warm in the sunshine or before a fireplace, stove, or bonfire.
First recorded between 1200–50.
Possibly from the Middle English word beken, akin to bake.
It’s so cozy to beek in front of the fireplace after a day of skiing.
On sunny days, we can see many lizards beeking in the sun.
(dif-i-duhnt) Adjective
shy; lacking self-confidence.
First recorded between 1425–75.
From Latin diffīdēns, “mistrusting, despairing.”
The new student was nervous and diffident when introducing himself in front of the whole class.
Even as we praised the artist’s latest work, she remained unsure and diffident in manner.
(joo-buh-lee) noun
a celebration of the anniversary of a special event
More about Jubilee
First recorded between 1350–1400.
From the Hebrew word yōbhēl which literally means “ram.” Another meaning was “a ram’s horn used as a trumpet” which was sounded to proclaim the Day of Atonement.
Examples of Jubilee
The school’s centennial jubilee featured alumni from all over the world.
Beek
More about Beek
Possibly from the Middle English word beken, akin to bake.
Examples of Beek
On sunny days, we can see many lizards beeking in the sun.
Diffident
More about Diffident
From Latin diffīdēns, “mistrusting, despairing.”
Examples of Diffident
Even as we praised the artist’s latest work, she remained unsure and diffident in manner.
Inputs Courtesy: Dictionary.Com
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