Favorite Word – 10 April 2021

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Not long ago I used this word in conversation, and although the person knew the word, they laughed because they claim they haven’t actually heard it used in a long time. Which is sad. It’s a very nice word; sort of rolls off the tongue. What do you think?

acquiescence

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I began reading at a young age, and wasn’t ashamed that I read whatever I wanted (even if it was “above my grade level” 😲). So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 3 April 2021

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Ah, now this is a word I’ve heard get mixed up with several similar sounding words. If you ask, I might post them as a response, or you might tell me your own guesses. 🙂

provenance

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I began reading at a young age, and wasn’t ashamed that I read whatever I wanted (even if it was “above my grade level” 😲). So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 27 March 2021

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Don’t confuse this week’s word, solecism, with a word I’ve previously posted: solipsism.

Not quite the same meaning!  🤭

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I began reading at a young age, and wasn’t ashamed that I read whatever I wanted (even if it was “above my grade level” 😲). So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

😎

Favorite Word – 20 March 2021

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This is truly a favorite word! I do use it (perhaps over use it?) in conversation and in my books. It’s not a “big” word, but I’m surprised how often folks don’t know what it means.

roil

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I began reading at a young age, and wasn’t ashamed that I read whatever I wanted (even if it was “above my grade level” 😲). So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

😎

Favorite Word – 13 March 2021

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I recently used this word in conversation and was granted a deer-in-the-headlights response.

Is impolitic really such an unused or “big” word that folks don’t know what it means?

Truly, is it?

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I began reading at a young age, and wasn’t ashamed that I read whatever I wanted (even if it was “above my grade level” 😲). So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 6 March 2021

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Our olfactory sense might not be appreciated when taking off dirty socks or being asked to try limburger or trying the famous (or infamous?) durian.

But reverse is true as well. What are some of your favorite olfactory sensations?

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I’ve been accused of stuffing my stories with “big words.” I don’t try to, but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it. If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 27 February 2021

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I didn’t get this out Saturday when I was supposed to, and I’m using yesterday’s date for this post, so I don’t confuse myself when I get to next week. Just so you know. I do actually know today is Sunday, 28 February.  🙂

Anyway, today’s word is one that really fits what’s going on in the world. Sadly. Soooo many words are considered pejorative these days, and it seems sometimes new words are added to the list daily.

 

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I’ve been accused of stuffing my stories with “big words.” I don’t try to, but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it. If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 20 February 2021

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Here’s a fun word I don’t often come across:

sartorial

I don’t know if I could be accused of having good sartorial taste. I prefer jeans and t-shirts way too much!

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I don’t try to stuff my stories with “big words” but if the word fits the situation or conversation, I’m not adverse to using one. If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 13 February 2021

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One would think that after doing a Favorite Word each week for over a year and a half, I might have a paucity of words left. But you’d be wrong!

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I don’t try to stuff my stories with “big words” but if the word fits the situation or conversation, I’m not adverse to using one. If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 6 February 2021

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I would love for you to give me examples in SF of folks who are hirsute. Humans, aliens, critters—any and all of the above!

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I won’t apologize for my love of words. And yes, I do enjoy sharing them. If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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