- Today's Word
Quirkalicious
[kwur-kuh-lish-uhs]
Definition
- (adjective) This delightful term celebrates all things quirky, eccentric, and wonderfully unique. It’s the perfect word to describe anything that adds a dose of charming oddity to your day.
Example
Imagine you’re strolling through an artsy neighborhood filled with vibrant, unconventional street art. You might say, “This part of town is so Quirkalicious! Every corner has something whimsical and unexpected.”
Fun Fact
The word “quirk” originally referred to a sudden twist or turn, and over time, it came to signify a peculiar or eccentric behavior. “Quirkalicious” takes this quirkiness to the next level by adding a dash of deliciousness, making it a fun and catchy word to describe anything that tickles your eccentric senses.
(noun) A natural craving or strong desire; an instinctive inclination toward something
She couldn’t explain her appetence for solo travel — it was simply part of who she was.
Appetence comes from the Latin appetentia, derived from appetere — meaning “to strive after” or “to desire” — itself a combination of ad (“toward”) and petere (“to seek” or “to aim at”). The word entered English in the 17th century, used by philosophers and naturalists to describe instinctive drives in both humans and animals.