- Today's Word
Novaturient
[no-vuh-TOOR-ee-uhnt]
Definition
- (noun) A person who has a strong desire for change and new experiences. They are adventurous, curious, and always eager to learn and grow. Novaturients embrace the unknown and are not afraid to step out of their comfort zones to pursue new opportunities.
Example
As a true novaturient, Liam was always planning his next big adventure, whether it was backpacking through Southeast Asia or taking up a new hobby like rock climbing.
Fun Fact
The word “novaturient” is derived from the Latin words “novus,” meaning “new,” and “turient,” meaning “desiring or craving.” While not a commonly used word in everyday language, “novaturient” has gained popularity in recent years among those who value personal growth and self-discovery. The term is often used in the context of travel, career changes, and other life-altering decisions that require a bold and adventurous spirit.
(adjective) Obviously planned or forced rather than arising naturally; lacking authenticity or spontaneity.
The film’s ending felt contrived — a sudden reconciliation between characters who had spent two hours proving they could never forgive each other.
Contrived comes from the verb contrive, rooted in the Old French controver, meaning “to imagine” or “to find out,” itself from the Latin contropare — “to compare” or “to devise.” It entered English in the 14th century originally meaning simply to plan or devise something cleverly. Over time the word acquired its current negative undertone, shifting from neutral ingenuity toward the suggestion of something manipulated or artificially engineered to produce a desired effect.