Category Archives: WotD

I really like this word, it just feels bright when you say it outloud. scintillescent (sint-uh-LES-uhnt) adjective Sparkling or twinkling. [From Latin scintillare (to sparkle), from scintilla (spark).] -Anu Garg (gargATwordsmith.org) “She tried to discern his thoughts as they stood … Continue reading →

Anomie – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Anomie, in contemporary English, means a condition or malaise in individuals, characterized by an absence or diminution of standards or values.The word comes from Greek, namely the prefix a-: “without”, and nomos: “law”. The … Continue reading →

Via Wordsmith.org antidisestablishmentarianism, noun (an-tee-dis-eh-stab-lish-men-TAYR-ee-uh-niz-em) Opposition to separation of the church and state. [From Latin anti- (against) + dis- (apart, away) + English establish, from Latin stabilire, from stare (to stand) + -arian (one who supports) + Greek -ism (practice … Continue reading →

I really like this word that I discovered today via wordsmith.org! manque (mang-KAY) adjective Unfulfilled in realization of one's potential or ambition. [From French manqué, past participle of manquer (to lack), from Italian mancare, from manco (lacking, defective), from Latin … Continue reading →

amphigory (AM-fi-gor-ee) noun, also amphigouri A nonsensical piece of writing, usually in verse form, typically composed as a parody. [From French amphigouri, of obscure origin.] Dewayne's blog is a great example of amphigory.

Via Harshdeep 2.0 Uttaranchal News, Garhwal News, Kumaon News, Kumaun News ‘Jugad’ is the buzzword in many parts of India these days. The word’s soaring popularity and frequent use among Hindi speaking Indians can easily turn any word of foreign … Continue reading →

Egoboo – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Egoboo From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jump to: navigation, search Egoboo is a colloquial expression for the pleasure received from public recognition of voluntary work. The term originated in science fiction fandom, originally simply … Continue reading →

Christmas, which literally means the Mass of Christ, is celebrated in many countries throughout the world. The word is a contraction of Christ’s Mass. It is a holiday in Christian calendar which celebrates the birth of Jesus, usually observed on … Continue reading →

polymath \POLL-ee-math\, noun: A person of great or varied learning; one acquainted with various subjects of study.