A Word A Day

Monday

Illustrious: well-known, respected, admired for past achievements (She had an illustrious career as an equestrian.)

Tuesday

Tantrum: a fit of bad temper (When he didn't get the cookie he wanted, he threw such a bad tantrum the family had to leave the party.)

Wednesday

Spectacular: beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way (What a spectacular display of skill!)

Thursday

Arouse: excite or provoke (It took all their skill not to arouse the sleeping guards.)

Friday

Multitude: a large number (The last performance drew in a multitude of spectators.)