boon
(noun) A thing that is helpful or beneficial.
The new community center was a boon to families in the neighborhood.
Fun Fact
Originally associated with blessings or requests in Old English and Norse mythology, a “boon” once referred to a favor granted by a king or god. Today, it’s still used to describe anything that feels like a fortunate benefit—whether it’s a job perk, a technological breakthrough, or a surprise day off.
vye-TOO-puh-rayt
(verb) To criticize or speak to someone in a harsh, abusive, or scolding manner.
Frustrated by the delays, the coach began to vituperate the referees with escalating intensity.
From Latin vituperare, meaning “to blame” or “to censure.”
Fun Fact
In older literature, vituperation often appeared in fiery debates, political pamphlets, and courtroom exchanges—anywhere language could become a battlefield. The word implies more than mild criticism; it carries the sting of verbal attack, emotional heat, and even theatrical flair. Shakespeare’s insults are famous partly because they dance right on the edge of vituperation, turning fury into art.
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