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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

mortifier

/mɔːrˈtaɪfaɪər/ noun · British & US
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What does mortifier mean?

noun

A person or thing that causes or contributes to the death of something, especially a plant or animal. A person who causes someone to feel ashamed or humiliated.

Example

"The drought was a mortifier for the farmer, who had invested all his savings in the crop."

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