Hello everyone. Since an interview earlier this year for a sport - one in which I used a big word - people have been giving me both harsh words and praise. I thought it would only be appropriate that I create a blog that uses big and unknown words. Why? Well, why not? I get to see people's reaction to the words. I get to see whether or not people actually know what the words means; certainly, this will provide some humor. I get to hopefully teach people new words in the process. And finally, I get to see whether or not using these words can work in normal communication, that is, whether it is awkward or fitting, a nice touch or a touch of arrogance.
I decided to consult the "100 Words to Make You Sound Smart" reference guide. It is made by the editors of American Heritage Dictionaries. In it, there are many complex, foreign, and big words. From here, I pulled out seven words to use for analysis. The words are: malinger, gregarious, precocious, ubiquitous, scintillating, ostracize, and fastidious. Each post will talk about one of these. The words are subject to change.
So fasten up your seat belts and get ready for a ride. I hope you, my mass following, are ready for some fun!
Nater,
ReplyDeleteI am very excited to see what words you come up with. I have had two "100 words you should know" books so I am curious to see what words you choose and why. I find it interesting that you are doing this and broadening your vocabulary.
Nice job