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Telluric is an adjective that means ‘of the earth or soil.’ The Latin word tellus (TAY loose) refers
Cordiform is an adjective that means heart-shaped. The ancient Greek word Kardia (CAR dee uh) meant
Consonance is an adjective that means agreement or compatibility between opinions. Coming from Latin
Avouch is a verb that means’ to affirm or assert.’ Our word of the day comes from the Latin term adv
Kerfuffle is a noun that refers to ‘a commotion or fuss.’ As a fairly recent addition to the English
Frowzy is an adjective that means ‘scruffy and neglected in appearance.’ The origin of our word of t
Sacrosanct is an adjective that means regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with. O
Inspirit is a verb that means ‘to encourage’ or ‘enliven someone.’ The Latin word spiritus (SPEAR ee
Ternary is an adjective that means ‘composed of three parts.’ Our word of the day comes from the Lat
Imperturbable is an adjective that means unable to be upset or excited. The Latin word pertubare (pe
Demode is an adjective that means out of fashion. Our word of the day comes directly from the French
Excogitate is a verb that means to think out or plan. The Latin word cogitare (coe gee TAR ay) meani
inspirit is a verb that means ‘to encourage’ or ‘enliven someone.’ The Latin word spiritus (SPEAR ee
Sympatric is an adjective that means occurring in the same place. Our word of the day combines the G
Felix culpa is a noun that refers to an error that brings fortunate consequences. Our word of the da
Immanent is an adjective that means existing within or inherent. The Latin word manere (mah NAIR ay)
Sinology is a noun that refers to the study of Chinese language, history and politics. In Arabic, th
Analeptic is an adjective that means restorative or stimulating. The Greek word analeptikos (ann el
