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Eclectic Words

September 28, 2009 (updated October 11, 2009)
By Keith (Fort Lauderdale, FL)Top 10 Word Lister
Words collected over the years that meet one or more of the following criteria: (1) words that we have read or heard, but may not be able to clearly define if called upon, (2) words that are extremely descriptive of a specific, abstract concept, (3) words that some people occasionally define or pronounce incorrectly (often opposite of the true meaning), and (4) words that simply sound pleasant or have a crisp, descriptive tone.

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Tuesday September 29th, 12:31 AM
Comment by: Clarissa B.
This rocks!
Tuesday September 29th, 10:30 AM
Comment by: Karen M.
Fun list. I suppose it shows what a word nerd I am that I recognized, and could come up with a reasonably close definition, for all but two of the words.
Friday October 2nd, 11:46 PM
Comment by: Clarissa B.
Yes!

Sublime- I thought meant a tiny amount.

plus:

Droll- I thought meant "not funny"

Dearth- I thought meant a great quantity of something.
Monday October 5th, 10:13 PM
Comment by: paul B. (jackson, MS)
This is really an impressive word listing. I especially like the pronouncement feature of your web page. When I hear the word pronounced, it gives me a sense of confidence that even I can add it to my every day vocabulary.

Words really do empower us.
Thursday October 8th, 11:10 AM
Comment by: Elle
These are some of my favorite words. Bravo!

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