Words Seldom Seen – Page 25

Words Seldom Seen: Tempus Fugit

SimonNovember 23, 20200

Tempus Fugit Exclamation: A Latin Phrase translated as "Time flies." Example: "Tempus fugit when you're...

Politics

SimonNovember 16, 20201

Dissolute Adjective: A person lax in morals. One who is decadent or intemperate. Example: "Former President...

SimonNovember 9, 20200

Hagiography Noun: A biography of a saint. It has become a derogatory term when used to demean a...

SimonOctober 28, 20200

Panzanella Noun: a type of Tuscan salad made with anchovies, basil, chopped salad vegetables, and bread soaked...

SimonOctober 21, 20200

Neurasthenic Noun: an ill-defined medical condition characterized by lassitude, fatigue, headache, and...

Hiking

SimonOctober 14, 20200

Palimpsest Noun: A manuscript that has been written over a previously written and erased document. Example:...

SimonOctober 7, 20200

Savant Noun: A learned person, especially one who grasps advanced concepts quickly. Example: "Nicolas Tesla...

SimonSeptember 30, 20200

Periwig Noun: A highly stylized form of wig that was at various times in history fashionable. Example: "The...

SimonSeptember 23, 20200

Pathos Noun: A quality that evokes pity or sadness Example: Cats are often used on Facebook to evoke...

SimonSeptember 16, 20200

Oeuvre Noun: The collected works of an artist, composer or author. Example: "Her oeurve was small but...

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