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Words Seldom Seen: Enochlophobia
Enochlophobia Noun: A fear of crowds. Example: “My Enochlophobia keeps me from enjoying many crowded venues.” Pronunciation: Enoch lo phobia The photo is of the setting sun shining on the ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Sugarplum
Sugarplum Happy Christmas to all. Noun: A hard candy filled with dried fruits and nuts. No plums are involved. Example: The Sugarplums made using grandma’s ancient recipe were almost as good as ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Chionophile
Chionophile Noun: A person who loves cold weather and snow, Example: If you live in Vermont it is a good idea to be a chionophile.” Pronounced: Kay o no file Picture is of my daughters many year... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Sonder
Sonder Noun: The feeling one has when realizing that every other individual has a life as full and real as one’s own. It is a synonym for “Grok” a made up word from the novel Stranger in... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Cavorting
Cavorting Verb: To jump or dance around excitedly. but it has an informal meaning: enthusiastically pursuing sexual or disreputable activities. Example one: “The children were cavorting around t... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Risible
Risible Adjective: So lacking in quality or usefulness that it deserves to be laughed at. Example: “Israel seeking peace with Hamas is risible since Hamas refuses to accept Israel’s right ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Gallivanting
Gallivanting Verb: To travel from place to place in search of pleasure, new experiences or excitement. Example: “When they retired they went gallivanting around the world.” Alternate spell... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Shibboleth
Shibboleth Noun: A phrase, word or custom that distinguishes one group from another. Examples: “Shalom” is a shibboleth for Jews. “Allah Akbar” is a shibboleth for Muslims. ... Read More