- Today's Word
Stellarnova
[sol-stis-leh-brey-shuhn]
Definition
- (noun) This celestial term combines “Stellar,” relating to stars or celestial objects, with “Nova,” signifying a sudden and significant increase in brightness. It’s used to describe a breathtaking or extraordinary event, moment, or phenomenon in the celestial realm.
Example
Imagine witnessing a meteor shower that transforms the night sky into a dazzling display of celestial fireworks. It’s not just a meteor shower; it’s a Stellarnova spectacle. You might say, “Last night’s meteor shower wasn’t just an ordinary event; it was a Stellarnova spectacle. The celestial display left us in awe of the beauty and wonder of the night sky.”
Fun Fact
“Stellar” relates to stars or celestial objects, often associated with the vastness and beauty of the universe, while “Nova” signifies a sudden and significant increase in brightness, often observed in exploding stars. “Stellarnova” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate breathtaking or extraordinary moments in the celestial realm.
(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.