Words Seldom Seen: Tempus Fugit
Tempus Fugit Exclamation: A Latin Phrase translated as "Time flies." Example: "Tempus fugit when you're...
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Words Seldom Seen: Dissolute
Dissolute Adjective: A person lax in morals. One who is decadent or intemperate. Example: "Former President...
Words Seldom Seen: Hagiography
Hagiography Noun: A biography of a saint. It has become a derogatory term when used to demean a...
Words Seldom Seen: Panzanella
Panzanella Noun: a type of Tuscan salad made with anchovies, basil, chopped salad vegetables, and bread soaked...
Words Seldom Seen: Neurasthenic
Neurasthenic Noun: an ill-defined medical condition characterized by lassitude, fatigue, headache, and...
Words Seldom Seen: Palimpsest
Palimpsest Noun: A manuscript that has been written over a previously written and erased document. Example:...
Words Seldom Seen: Savant
Savant Noun: A learned person, especially one who grasps advanced concepts quickly. Example: "Nicolas Tesla...
Words Seldom Seen: Periwig
Periwig Noun: A highly stylized form of wig that was at various times in history fashionable. Example: "The...
Words Seldom Seen: Pathos
Pathos Noun: A quality that evokes pity or sadness Example: Cats are often used on Facebook to evoke...
Words Seldom Seen: Oeuvre
Oeuvre Noun: The collected works of an artist, composer or author. Example: "Her oeurve was small but...
