- Today's Word
Solsticelebration
[sol-stis-leh-brey-shuhn]
Definition
- (noun) This festive term combines “Solstice,” referring to the sun’s highest or lowest point in the sky, with “Celebration,” signifying an event or activity where people gather to rejoice. It’s used to describe a joyous gathering or festivity held to mark the occasion of a solstice.
Example
Picture a lively gathering around a bonfire during the summer solstice, with people sharing stories and celebrating the longest day of the year. It’s not just a bonfire party; it’s a Solsticelebration. You might say, “Last night’s gathering wasn’t just a bonfire party; it was a Solsticelebration. We celebrated the warmth of the sun and the vibrant energy of the summer solstice.”
Fun Fact
“Solstice” refers to the sun’s highest or lowest point in the sky, often marking significant changes in seasons, while “Celebration” signifies an event of joy and festivity. “Solsticelebration” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate joyous gatherings or festivities held in honor of a solstice.
(adjective) Speaking easily, rapidly, and at great length, especially with enthusiasm.
At the dinner party, he became increasingly voluble as the conversation turned to politics.
Voluble comes from the Latin volubilis, meaning “rolling” or “turning easily,” from volvere (“to roll”). The word originally described physical motion, but over time it shifted metaphorically to describe speech that flows freely and continuously, as if words are rolling out without resistance.