- Today's Word
Quilluminar
[kwil-loo-muh-nar]
Definition
- (verb) This inventive term combines “quill,” representing a writing implement, with “luminary,” signifying a person who inspires or influences others. It’s used to describe the act of creatively inspiring or illuminating through the written word.
Example
Picture an author whose words not only captivate readers but also inspire a sense of enlightenment and creativity. It’s not just writing; it’s a Quilluminar. You might say, “Her latest novel doesn’t just tell a story; it Quilluminates. The way she weaves words is truly inspiring and thought-provoking.”
Fun Fact
“Quill” represents a writing implement, often associated with creativity and literature, while “luminary” signifies a person who inspires or influences others, often associated with enlightenment. “Quilluminar” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate the act of creatively inspiring through the written word.
(adjective) Overly dramatic or emotional in behavior or speech; exaggerated for effect.
Her reaction to the minor inconvenience was so histrionic that everyone nearby stopped to stare.
Histrionic comes from the Latin histrio, meaning “actor,” and originally referred to stage performance. Over time, the meaning expanded to describe behavior that resembles theatrical acting—exaggerated, emotional, and designed to draw attention.