TUR-pih-tood
(noun) Depraved or wicked behavior.
The court was shocked by the level of moral turpitude described in the case.
Fun Fact
The phrase “moral turpitude” is common in law and immigration, used to describe crimes or conduct that breach ethical standards—fraud, abuse, and corruption are typical examples. The word sounds lofty, but it’s often used in dry legal documents to describe behavior that’s downright awful.
EN-muh-tee
(noun) Deep-seated hatred or hostility between people or groups.
Years of competition had grown into open enmity, making cooperation nearly impossible.
From Latin inimīcitia, meaning “hostility,” related to inimīcus (“enemy”).
Fun Fact
In literature, enmity often signals a conflict that runs deeper than simple disagreement—it’s the simmering force behind famous rivalries like Montagues vs. Capulets or Holmes vs. Moriarty. Psychologists note that prolonged enmity can reshape group identity: people begin defining themselves by who they oppose. The word captures not just anger, but the enduring emotional landscape that turns opposition into something personal and lasting.
Today's Word Ignominious ig-nuh-MIN-ee-us Definition (adjective) Deserving or causing public...
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