(pronounced sahm-NAM-byuh-lent)
To remember this word, think of the more common word “insomnia,” which means sleeplessness. This adjective, obviously having the same Latin root, means walking while asleep or resembling a sleepwalker, as in being slow to
(pronounced sof-MOR-ik or sof-eh-MOR-ik)
All of you second-year college students out there, don’t take offense, but this adjective is a little on the negative side. It means being poorly informed but
(pronounced SPAYT)
This succinct little adjective means a flood, influx or large amount of something, as well as a sudden or strong outburst or rush.
Example:
(pronounced SPYUR-ee-ehs)
All in all, spurious is a negative word. This adjective can actually designate something as bastard, though it’s not often used in that way. More commonly, it describes something false, forged or fake – i.e.,
(pronounced STAHWL-wert)
Something about this word makes us think of armor. As in Knight In Shining. Maybe it’s its Celtic roots, or maybe we’re just silly. Nevertheless, our way of thinking helps us to remember
(pronounced STIH-keh-ler)
If you are adamant and insistent about correctness and precision regarding procedures at all times, then you are officially a stickler. Depending on whom you ask, it could be
(pronounced STIHG-meh-tyz)
If you grew up learning about Christianity, then you probably recognize the word “stigmata” as referring to the crucifixion wounds present on Jesus Christ after he was taken down
(pronounced sub ROH-zuh)
This crazy combo word obviously comes from Latin, and it’s an adverb that means secretly or in confidence. Shhhhh.
Example: The firm’s partners were forced to convene sub rosa,
(pronounced SUHN-dree)
As an adjective, this old-fashioned sounding word means various or assorted, and as a noun it means an indeterminate number.
Example: Even though Jeremy had
(pronounced TA-sit; the “a” is like the “a” in bad or cat)
This sweet little adjective is used to describe an idea or feeling that is indicated or implied, though not truly expressed. Additionally, it
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