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Sumpsimus is a noun that refers to a strictly correct usage of words. Coming directly from Latin, wh
Enflesh is a verb that means ‘to give bodily form to’ or ‘to make real.’ The root word of enflesh is
Lossless is an adjective that means having no dissipation of electrical energy. Commonly used in com
Apotheosize is a verb that means to idolize or elevate to the rank of a god. The Root word of apothe
Rostrum is a noun that refers to a raised platform for public speech. Our word of the day comes dire
Tropology is a noun that refers to the figurative language. Coming from the Greek word, tropos (TRO
Parnassian is an adjective that means ‘related to poetry.’ Our word of the day was born in Greece, h
Alfresco is an adjective that means in the open air. Our word of the day comes directly from Italian
Hyaline is an adjective that means having a glassy, translucent appearance. Coming from the Greek wo
Purloin is a verb that means to steal. Our word of the day is derived from the French word for ‘put
Confrere is a noun that refers to a fellow member of a profession. Our word of the day combines the
Vulnerary is an adjective that means something used for healing. It can also be used as a noun
Insuperable is an adjective that means impossible to overcome. The Latin word superare (soo pair ARE
Degringolade is a noun that refers to a rapid decline or downfall. Coming directly from French, our
Winkle is a verb that means to obtain with great difficulty. Our word of the day began as an abbrevi
Connatural is an adjective that means belonging together naturally. Our word of the day is related t
Cockalorum is a noun that refers to a self-important person. Our word of the day is derived from the
Sockdolager is a noun that refers to an exceptional person or thing. Our word of the day seems to ha
Apgar is a noun that refers to a test to determine a newborn’s health. Originating in the 1960s, our
Pythonic is an adjective that means able to predict the future. The word python, best known as a dea