August
Noun, Adjective
UK
/ˈɔː.ɡəst/
US
/ˈɑː.ɡəst/
Definition
(n) : The eighth month of the year. (adj) : Respected and impressive in a formal way.
Example
"August is usually hot."
"We went on a beach vacation in August and enjoyed the sunshine every day."
"The professor was an august figure in the academic world, respected by all his students."
Explanation
“August” can refer to the eighth month of the year or be used as an adjective meaning respected or impressive. As a month, it’s often associated with summer (in the Northern Hemisphere), holidays, and warmth. When used as an adjective, “august” describes someone or something that commands respect due to dignity, age, or importance—though this use is formal and less common in everyday conversation.