The print edition of Merriam-Webster was once a touchstone of authority and stability. Then the internet brought about a ...

The word has many definitions, the best of which centers on respect and dignity.

Little is more ridiculous than refusing to give $33,700 to a worthy student because the word "diversity" is in the ...

How directors and writers striving for a PG-13 rating have learned to ration the use of a four-letter obscenity.

For some, dictionaries are more than writing tools. They are doorways to discoveries.

According to Etymonline, the word “carillon” comes from French, specifically from the Old French word “carignon,” meaning ...

Sunday marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the start of astronomical winter.

Peer review ensures quality in academic research by having experts evaluate and validate study results before publication, crucial for maintaining scholarly integrity.

Our modern English word "Noel" is derived from the Middle English word nowel and means "a shout of joy or Christmas song." ...

President Donald Trump addressed the nation in a primetime speech from the White House on Dec. 17, touting what he claimed ...

Effective communication lies at the heart of human connection. It helps us collaborate with each other, solve problems and ...

The results are revealing. Countries like Nicaragua, Nepal, and Kyrgyzstan far outperform expectations, reporting levels of life satisfaction that rival or exceed those of much wealthier nations.