Yes, more words from my favorite book. Every time I read it I come back with at least 3 new words. *giggle giggle*
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Saccharine
(adj)
Definition: having a cloyingly sweet attitude, tone, or character
Usage: “She sends him a saccarine smile.”
~MissMatch
Mince
(v)
Definition: to pronounce in an affected way, as with studied elegance and refinement
Usage: “Brandon doesn’t mince words when it comes to evangelism.”
~MissMatch
Trepidation
(n)
Definition: a state of alarm or dread; apprehension
Usage: “Hannah’s eyes are wide with trepidation.”
~MissMatch
Cinch
(n)
Definition: something easy to accomplish
Usage: “Anyway, chocolate will be a cinch after all that.”
~MissMatch
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2 comments:
I would have been able to figure saccharine out because I remember when it was used as a sweetener. Thanks for playing along!
YAY! Those books are the BEST. :)
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