- Today's Word
Lumilicious
[loo-muh-lish-us]
Definition
- (adjective) This mouthwatering term combines “luminous,” signifying emitting light or glowing, with “delicious,” representing something highly pleasing to the senses, especially taste. It’s used to describe something that not only shines with brilliance but also delights the senses in a truly delectable way.
Example
Imagine a dessert that not only looks radiant under the soft glow of a lamp but also tastes absolutely divine. It’s not just a sweet treat; it’s a Lumilicious delight. You might say, “The dessert not only had a Lumilicious appearance but also tasted heavenly. The combination of visual brilliance and delicious flavor was truly delightful.”
Fun Fact
“Luminous” relates to emitting light or glowing, often associated with brilliance, while “delicious” signifies something highly pleasing to the senses, especially taste. “Lumilicious” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate the delightful and radiant qualities that appeal to both sight and taste.
(adjective) Holding firmly to an opinion, purpose, or course of action; extremely persistent.
Despite repeated setbacks, her pertinacious pursuit of the project impressed everyone on the team.
From Latin pertinax, meaning “very tenacious” or “holding fast.”