Free daily English vocabulary
Word of the Day & Vocabulary gives you a word of the day with real usage examples, a dictionary organized by everyday topics, and flashcards that turn reading into remembering.
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Today's word
Given or done unwillingly, even when you know it is deserved or necessary.
Example sentences
Pairs naturally with praise words: grudging respect, grudging admiration, grudging acceptance. The adverb works the same way: she grudgingly agreed.
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Guides
Practical guides on daily word habits, flashcards, quizzes, and topic-based learning — each one shows you how to put it to work.
How a daily word habit beats cramming, and how to start yours in under a minute.
Read the guide →The two-part system that grows vocabulary quickly: daily input plus active recall.
Read the guide →They train different skills. Here's when to use each, and why you want both.
Read the guide →Why learning words in themed groups beats random lists, and where to find good ones.
Read the guide →Quick swipe and multiple-choice games that turn passive words into ones you can use.
Read the guide →The airport, hotel, and restaurant words to learn before your trip, and how to keep them.
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