Category: Words Seldom Seen
Words Seldom Seen: Cerulean
Cerulean Adjective: Deep blue. Often used to describe tropical waters or skies. Example: “They awoke to cerulean skies and knew they were in the tropics.” The last of the roses of the Hunt... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Lugubrious
Lugubrious Adjective: Appearing exaggeratedly sad or mournful. Examples: “After the sad news he appeared more lugubrious than usual.” “Her long face indicated how lugubrious she felt... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Paucity
Paucity Noun: The condition of having very little or not enough of something. Example: “The paucity of information did not stop them from pontificating.” A beautiful flower photo from the ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Cognitive Dissonance
Cognitive Dissonance Phrase: A sense of discomfort that comes from holding two conflicting beliefs or from acting in ways that conflict with one’s expressed beliefs. Example 1: Loving both cows ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Busking
Busking Verb: playing music in a public place for voluntary donations. Example: Busking is often against the law but tolerated. A Busker is person who Busks. It looks like I’m going another week... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Superlative
Superlative Adjective or Noun: A form that denotes the best. Examples: “The world’s oldest human made canal.” “The Tri-State area’ s largest bowling alley” The maus... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Bast
Bast Noun: Strong, woody fibers, such as flax, hemp or jute, obtained from inner bark and used historically in the manufacture of woven goods and cordage. Example: Otzi used bast to tie his leather ga... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Hyperbole
Hyperbole Noun: Greatly exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Example 1: “What we witnessed on Bartlett Lake was the Solar Kayak equivalent of the Wright Brothers at ... Read More