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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scintilla

/ˈsɪntɪlə/ noun · British & US
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What does scintilla mean?

noun

A small spark or glimmer of something, such as an idea or a feeling. A small amount or degree of something.

Example

"The scintilla of hope in the darkness gave her the strength to carry on."

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