In order that we might all raise the level of discourse and expand our language abilities, here is the daily post of “word for the day”. Rules: Everyone must leave a post using the “word of the day”; in a sentence. The sentence must, in some way, relate to the news of the day. The Review threads are linked for your edification. ;-) Practice makes perfect.....post on.... avidity \ah-vid-i-ty\, noun: avidities; noun, plural 1. Ardent desire or craving; eagerness. 2. Keen interest or enthusiasm: followed the tournament with avidity. 3.Chemistry. A. The dissociation-dependent strength of an acid or base. B....