Word of the Day: Recherché

Can you pronounce recherché?

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Today's Word Brought to You By adjective 1. Rare, exotic, or obscure. Today's Word Brought to You By Sharpen Your Mind Through Language Learning Give your brain a workout with Babbel! Language learning is one of the best ways to keep your mind sharp. Babbel offers an engaging, brain-boosting routine with bite-sized lessons that fit into even the busiest schedule. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself or stay mentally active, Babbel's method, trusted by 15 million users, makes brain training fun and effective. Start your journey now and get 55% off your subscription. Train Your Brain "When I want to look more recherché, I add more jewelry and accessories." "The library book club is known for recherché selections that challenge the readers." "The chef planned a recherché menu to show off the seasonal ingredients." French, late 17th century This word is borrowed directly from the French verb "rechercher," meaning "to carefully seek out." As it's used in English, the adjective describes rare items that also have a sense of luxuriousness or refinement. For example, a rare first-edition book could be described as "recherché," but a grubby piece of sports memorabilia might not rate the adjective, no matter how one-of-a-kind it is. ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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