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Today’s pangram is EXTINCTION.
EXTINCTION is defined as complete annihilation. It is also defined as the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning. It is also defined as no longer in existence. It is also defined as a conditioning process in which the reinforcer is removed and a conditioned response becomes independent of the conditioned stimulus. It is also defined as no longer active; extinguished. It is also defined as the reduction of the intensity of radiation as a consequence of absorption and radiation.
CENT is defined as a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit. It is also defined as a fractional monetary unit of several countries.
CITE is defined as refer to for illustration or proof. It is also defined as a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage. It is also defined as advance evidence for. It is also defined as repeat a passage from. It is also defined as call in an official matter, such as to attend court. It is also defined as refer to. It is also defined as make reference to. It is also defined as commend.
CONCEIT is defined as feelings of excessive pride. It is also defined as the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride. It is also defined as an artistic device or effect. It is also defined as an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things. It is also defined as a witty or ingenious turn of phrase.
CONCOCT is defined as devise or invent. It is also defined as prepare or cook by mixing ingredients. It is also defined as invent. It is also defined as make a concoction (of) by mixing.
CONCOCTION is defined as the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components. It is also defined as any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients. It is also defined as an occurrence of an unusual mixture. It is also defined as the invention of a scheme or story to suit some purpose.
CONNECT is defined as make a logical or causal connection. It is also defined as be or become joined or united or linked. It is also defined as plug into an outlet. It is also defined as establish communication with someone. It is also defined as connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces. It is also defined as be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation. It is also defined as establish a rapport or relationship. It is also defined as hit or play a ball successfully. It is also defined as join by means of communication equipment. It is also defined as join for the purpose of communication. It is also defined as land on or hit solidly.
CONNECTION is defined as the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination. It is also defined as shifting from one form of transportation to another. It is also defined as a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it). It is also defined as an instrumentality that connects. It is also defined as the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication). It is also defined as the state of being connected. It is also defined as a connecting shape. It is also defined as a supplier (especially of narcotics). It is also defined as (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship).
CONNOTE is defined as involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic. It is also defined as express or state indirectly.
CONTENT is defined as the state of being contented with your situation in life. It is also defined as the amount that can be contained. It is also defined as what a communication that is about something is about. It is also defined as satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are. It is also defined as the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned. It is also defined as something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation. It is also defined as (usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something. It is also defined as make content. It is also defined as satisfy in a limited way. It is also defined as the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc..
CONTENTION is defined as a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement. It is also defined as the act of competing as for profit or a prize. It is also defined as a point asserted as part of an argument.
CONTEXT is defined as discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation. It is also defined as the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event.
CONTINENCE is defined as the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters. It is also defined as voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge.
CONTINENT is defined as abstaining from sexual intercourse. It is also defined as one of the large landmasses of the earth. It is also defined as the European mainland. It is also defined as having control over urination and defecation.
COOT is defined as slate-black slow-flying birds somewhat resembling ducks.
COOTIE is defined as a parasitic louse that infests the body of human beings.
COTE is defined as a small shelter for domestic animals (as sheep or pigeons).
COTTON is defined as erect bushy mallow plant or small tree bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hairy fibers. It is also defined as soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state. It is also defined as fabric woven from cotton fibers. It is also defined as take a liking to. It is also defined as thread made of cotton fibers.
The word ECOTONE has no known definition.
ENTENTE is defined as a friendly understanding between political powers. It is also defined as an informal alliance between countries.
ENTICE is defined as provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion.
EXCITE is defined as cause to be agitated, excited, or roused. It is also defined as stir feelings in. It is also defined as stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of. It is also defined as act as a stimulant. It is also defined as raise to a higher energy level. It is also defined as stimulate sexually. It is also defined as arouse or elicit a feeling. It is also defined as produce a magnetic field in.
EXIT is defined as move out of or depart from. It is also defined as an opening that permits escape or release. It is also defined as pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life. It is also defined as euphemistic expressions for death. It is also defined as lose the lead. It is also defined as the act of going out.
EXOTIC is defined as being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world. It is also defined as strikingly strange or unusual.
EXTENT is defined as the distance or area or volume over which something extends. It is also defined as the point or degree to which something extends.
EXTINCT is defined as no longer in existence; lost or especially having died out leaving no living representatives. It is also defined as being out or having grown cold. It is also defined as (of e.g. volcanos) permanently inactive.
INCITE is defined as give an incentive for action. It is also defined as provoke or stir up. It is also defined as urge on; cause to act.
INCONTINENCE is defined as indiscipline with regard to sensuous pleasures. It is also defined as involuntary urination or defecation.
INCONTINENT is defined as not having control over urination and defecation.
INNOCENT is defined as not knowledgeable about something specified. It is also defined as lacking in sophistication or worldliness. It is also defined as completely wanting or lacking. It is also defined as a person who lacks knowledge of evil. It is also defined as free from evil or guilt. It is also defined as free from sin. It is also defined as lacking intent or capacity to injure. It is also defined as (used of things) lacking sense or awareness.
INTENT is defined as giving or marked by complete attention to. It is also defined as an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions. It is also defined as the intended meaning of a communication.
INTENTION is defined as an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions. It is also defined as an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out. It is also defined as (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal.
INTO is defined as To the inside of; within. It is used in a variety of applications..
INTONE is defined as speak carefully, as with rising and falling pitch or in a particular tone. It is also defined as recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm. It is also defined as utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically.
NEXT is defined as immediately following in time or order. It is also defined as (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving. It is also defined as nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space. It is also defined as (of a day of the week) nearest (or nearest but one) after the present moment.
NICOTINE is defined as an alkaloid poison that occurs in tobacco; used in medicine and as an insecticide.
NINETEEN is defined as being one more than eighteen. It is also defined as the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one.
The word NITE has no known definition.
The word NONET has no known definition.
NONTOXIC is defined as safe to eat. It is also defined as not producing or resulting from poison.
NOTE is defined as a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank). It is also defined as a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound. It is also defined as a short personal letter. It is also defined as a promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time. It is also defined as make mention of. It is also defined as observe with care or pay close attention to. It is also defined as high status importance owing to marked superiority. It is also defined as make a written note of. It is also defined as a comment or instruction (usually added). It is also defined as notice or perceive. It is also defined as a brief written record. It is also defined as a characteristic emotional quality. It is also defined as a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling.
NOTICE is defined as make or write a comment on. It is also defined as discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of. It is also defined as a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement. It is also defined as a request for payment. It is also defined as the act of noticing or paying attention. It is also defined as express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with. It is also defined as notice or perceive. It is also defined as advance notification (usually written) of the intention to withdraw from an arrangement of contract. It is also defined as an announcement containing information about an event. It is also defined as a short critical review. It is also defined as polite or favorable attention.
NOTION is defined as a vague idea in which some confidence is placed. It is also defined as an odd or fanciful or capricious idea. It is also defined as a general inclusive concept. It is also defined as (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items.
OCTET is defined as eight performers or singers who perform together. It is also defined as a musical composition written for eight performers. It is also defined as a set of eight similar things considered as a unit. It is also defined as eight people considered as a unit. It is also defined as the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one.
ONTO is defined as On the top of; upon..
TECTONIC is defined as of or pertaining to construction or architecture. It is also defined as pertaining to the structure or movement of the earth’s crust.
TEEN is defined as being of the age 13 through 19. It is also defined as a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity.
TENET is defined as a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof.
TENON is defined as a projection at the end of a piece of wood that is shaped to fit into a mortise and form a mortise joint.
TENT is defined as a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs). It is also defined as live in or as if in a tent. It is also defined as a web that resembles a tent or carpet.
TEXT is defined as a book prepared for use in schools or colleges. It is also defined as the words of something written. It is also defined as a passage from the Bible that is used as the subject of a sermon. It is also defined as the main body of a written work (as distinct from illustrations or footnotes etc.).
TINCT is defined as color lightly.
TINE is defined as prong on a fork or pitchfork or antler.
TINT is defined as a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color. It is also defined as a dye for coloring the hair. It is also defined as a just detectable amount. It is also defined as color lightly.
TONE is defined as a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color. It is also defined as the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli. It is also defined as the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people. It is also defined as a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound. It is also defined as give a healthy elasticity to. It is also defined as (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound). It is also defined as a musical interval of two semitones. It is also defined as the quality of a person’s voice. It is also defined as vary the pitch of one’s speech. It is also defined as utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically. It is also defined as a steady sound without overtones. It is also defined as change the color or tone of. It is also defined as change to a color image. It is also defined as (linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages. It is also defined as the quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author.
TONIC is defined as a medicine that strengthens and invigorates. It is also defined as (music) the first note of a diatonic scale. It is also defined as employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words. It is also defined as lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine. It is also defined as a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring. It is also defined as (used of syllables) bearing the principle stress, usually accompanied by a change in pitch. It is also defined as imparting vitality and energy. It is also defined as of or relating to or producing normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue. It is also defined as relating to or being the keynote of a major or minor scale.
TONNE is defined as a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms.
TONTINE is defined as a form of life insurance whereby on the death or default of a participant his share is distributed to the remaining members. It is also defined as an annuity scheme wherein participants share certain benefits and on the death of any participant his benefits are redistributed among the remaining participants; can run for a fixed period of time or until the death of all but one participant.
TOON is defined as a film made by photographing a series of cartoon drawings to give the illusion of movement when projected in rapid sequence.
The word TOONIE has no known definition.
TOOT is defined as make a loud noise. It is also defined as revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party. It is also defined as a blast of a horn.
TOTE is defined as carry with difficulty. It is also defined as a capacious bag or basket.
TOXIC is defined as of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison.
TOXIN is defined as a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain microorganisms and some higher plant and animal species.
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