Word of the Day: Vernal

Can you pronounce vernal?

Monday, April 1, 2024

adjective 1. Of, in, or appropriate to spring. "Justine paused her hike to admire the vernal forest view." "I have a particular affection for vernal flowers, especially daffodils and tulips." "By mid-April, every tree in the park will be covered in bright vernal blooms." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Latin, mid-16th century "Vernal" comes from the Latin "vernus" ("of the spring") and "ver" ("spring"). The Latin words can still be found attached to springtime flowers, including a species of crocus (scientific name: Crocus vernus) and the spring snowflake flower (scientific name: Leucojum vernum). ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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