- Today's Word
Euphriand
[yoo-free-and]
Definition
- (noun) A portmanteau of “euphoria” and “rhapsody,” this term describes a state of pure, rapturous delight and ecstasy triggered by experiences of sublime, melodic beauty or harmonious perfection.
Example
As the talented musicians wove their intricate melodies together in perfect harmony, the audience was transported to a euphriand, their souls enraptured by the euphoric rhapsody of sounds that seemed to dance upon the very fabric of their beings.
Fun Fact
The concept of a “euphriand” celebrates the idea that certain auditory experiences can be so transcendently beautiful and harmonious that they induce a state of pure, rapturous euphoria – a melodic ecstasy that entrances the senses and elevates the spirit. It suggests a profound connection between music, beauty, and the human capacity for experiencing sublime pleasure, where the right combination of notes and tones can ignite a euphoric rhapsody within the depths of one’s being.
(adjective) Showy but cheap and of poor quality; lacking good taste.
The room was filled with tawdry decorations that looked like they came from a discount bin.
Mid 17th century: contraction of St. Audrey’s lace, which referred to cheap lace sold at fairs in honor of St. Audrey. Over time, the lace was seen as gaudy and tasteless, and St. Audrey became tawdry.