MAWD-lin
After a few drinks, he became maudlin and talked endlessly about his lost love.
Fun Fact
“Maudlin” comes from Mary Magdalene, often portrayed crying in religious art. The word now applies to tearful sentimentality, especially when it feels over-the-top or indulgent. Think rom-coms with dramatic monologues or overly nostalgic holiday ads.
OH-nuhs
(noun) A burden, duty, or responsibility—especially one that is difficult or unwelcome.
The onus of proving the theory fell on the scientists who proposed it.
From Latin onus, meaning “load” or “burden.”
Fun Fact
The word onus often appears in legal and ethical discussions, as in the onus of proof—the responsibility to demonstrate a claim’s validity. But beyond the courtroom, it reflects the subtle pressure of expectation we carry in everyday life. Linguists point out that onus has remained almost unchanged for centuries, perhaps because the feeling it describes—weight without visibility—hasn’t changed either. Whether it’s duty, guilt, or accountability, onus names that quiet gravity we all recognize.
Today's Word Salubrious suh-LOO-bree-us Definition (adjective) Health-giving; promoting well-being. Example...
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