MAN-ih-fohld
(adjective) Numerous and varied; having many different forms or parts.
The report outlined the manifold challenges facing the education system.
Fun Fact
“Manifold” comes from Old English roots meaning “many-folded,” like a sheet folded over and over. Today it describes complex systems, diverse ideas, or layered problems—anything with more than one face. It’s common in philosophy, mechanics, and policy discussions.
aj-uh-LAY-shun
(noun) Excessive admiration or praise, often to the point of insincerity or obsession.
The celebrity was showered with adulation, though some of it felt more like performance than sincerity.
Late Middle English: from Latin adulatio(n-), from adulari meaning “to fawn upon.”
Fun Fact
Adulation isn’t just praise — it’s over-the-top, sometimes cringe-worthy worship. While it can be genuine, it often implies that someone is going too far in their admiration, whether for a pop star, political figure, or social media influencer. It frequently appears in commentary about celebrity culture, cult followings, or fan behavior that blurs the line between loyalty and obsession.