apotropaicadjective (ap·uh·troh·PAY·ik)Believed to have the power to keep away evil or bad luck.
dudgeonnoun (DUJ·un)A feeling of deep offence or angry resentment.
chockablockadjective (CHOK·uh·blok)Packed completely full, crammed tight with people or things.
rambunctiousadjective (ram·BUNK·shus)Noisy, lively and hard to control, usually in a cheerful way.
abecedariannoun (ay·bee·see·DAIR·ee·un)A person who is just learning the alphabet, or a beginner at anything.
dragomannoun (DRAG·uh·mun)An interpreter and guide, especially one working in countries where Arabic, Turkish or Persian was spoken.
Questions and answers
What is the Battle Word of the Day?
A new unusual word every day, followed by a ten question challenge about it. You guess what it means, then see the meaning, where it comes from and how to use it.
Is the Battle Word of the Day free?
Yes. It is free, with no account and no payment card. Pick a nickname and play.
Do I need to know the word already?
No. That is the fun of it. You guess first, then see the meaning, the origin and an example once you have played.
