karenmeal 0 #1 December 10, 2006 What are your favorite words? Post the good ones that you throw around to make yourself appear smart. Here is my all-time favorite word: Forte-a strong point, as of a person; that in which one excels. I don't know why I like it so much. I appreciate that it is short, but a seemingly elegant word. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #2 December 10, 2006 faux pas ...the story of my LIFE! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #3 December 10, 2006 Well it's not English, it's Arabic, but it's so fun to say... It's pronounced "roobama", and it means "possibly or maybe", but it just kinda rolls off the tongue, rrrrrrrrrrrrrroobama! That, and tuberculosis or spatula. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #4 December 10, 2006 Eww!!! Tuberculosis!!! Ever since I saw an infected lung at the Bodies Exhibit that disease CREEPS ME OUT! On a happier note.. here is another cool word: Confabulation- to fabricate new memories that one believes to be true. This occurs during/after instances of amnesia to fill in gaps in memory. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #5 December 10, 2006 Here's a good one.... Phrenology a psychological theory or analytical method based on the belief that certain mental faculties and character traits are indicated by the configurations of the skull. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #6 December 10, 2006 Funny you mention that.. I just had to learn about phrenology to prepare for an exam tomorrow! "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #7 December 10, 2006 Crap! I say it all the time. Out loud or under my breath. depending on the situation. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caspar 0 #8 December 10, 2006 naughty."When I read about the evils of drinking, I gave up reading." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #9 December 10, 2006 Never thought I was being smart when I use words like... pedantic trite banal pertinent germane obtuse fatuous specious endemic but I have noticed over time more and more people have a "deer in the headlights" look when I used them."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cashmanimal 0 #10 December 10, 2006 I'm not sure if it is even a real word... i think it is. Also, I don't know how to spell it.... "Nomenclature" Example: Friend- "Look at that... green, jumpy-thing." Response: "I believe tat 'Frog,' would be the preferred nomenclature." I sound so smart when I say it.It's all fun and until someone loses an eye... then it's just a game to find the eye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #11 December 10, 2006 cogitate also perplexes people for some reason..."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainOKaos 0 #12 December 10, 2006 WOW So many big words used in this thread. We're not but humble pirates, my dear. I'm not sure I understand the original question. Therefore, I'm afraid that I am disinclined to acquiesce your request!...savvy?You're as wonderful as a slinkie!! NOT REALLY GOOD FOR ANYTHING BUT THEY BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WHEN PUSHED DOWN THE STAIRS. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #13 December 10, 2006 Turbulated: Experiencing turbulance...especially under canopy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,559 #14 December 10, 2006 QuoteFunny you mention that.. I just had to learn about phrenology to prepare for an exam tomorrow! I'm actually minoring in reverse phrenology. When I graduate I'll be able to charge $100 for a session of therapy and the only outlay will be for a small rubber mallet.Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #15 December 10, 2006 Marzipan Lemur Rabbit Gnu ZitherIllinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SwampThing 0 #16 December 10, 2006 QuoteWOW So many big words used in this thread. We're not but humble pirates, my dear. I'm not sure I understand the original question. Therefore, I'm afraid that I am disinclined to acquiesce your request!...savvy? The Pessimist says: "It can't possibly get any worse!" The Optimist says: "Sure it can!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #17 December 10, 2006 Pirates! http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0325980/quotes QuoteBarbossa: First, your return to shore was not part of our negotiations nor our agreement, so I must do nothin'. And secondly, you must be a pirate for the Pirate's Code to apply, and you're not. And thirdly, the Code is more what you'd call "guidelines" than actual rules. Welcome aboard the Black Pearl, Miss Turner."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bertusgeert 1 #18 December 10, 2006 I used to be a big fan of a word I unfortunately forgot, but would love to be reminded of. I searched for it high and low but can't find it. I think it starts with "C" and the definition is: "overly verbose" It is a lengthy word. I love to use it when someone (such as some of the people above) spits out a word i don't understand. I simply responded with: "Don't be so....." This then unexpectedly produced the "deer in the headlights" look onto THEIR face. Unfortunately I associated with too many non-pretentious people and didn't have enough opportunities to express this word and it faded from my memory. PLEASE tell me what the word was! --------------------------------------------- As jy dom is moet jy bloei! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #19 December 10, 2006 Rochambeau -A way to settle an argument or to make a decision. Each alternate kicks in the nuts and the first one to fall loses.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #20 December 10, 2006 I have no idea what that word is. It's not something like circuitous or circumlocutory is it? "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #21 December 10, 2006 palaverous ? ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #22 December 10, 2006 Its not a real word but one my mother coined disirregardless which is a double negative... (at least) and more or less just means "regardless" "irregard" or "disregard" but I'm a bit of a nut... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #23 December 10, 2006 Clusterf**k: commonly used to descriptively generalize any situation with a large scale of disarray In radio communication or polite conversation (i.e. with a very senior officer with whom you have no prior experience) the term "clusterfuck" will often be replaced by the NATO phonetic acronym "Charlie Foxtrot." so know I know what to say on the radio... ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #24 December 11, 2006 I have always loved the sound of MagNooooooooliea....It just oozes across your tounge when you drawl it with the proper southern drawl ....oh and it evokes the memories of warm humid spring nights with that sweet smell wafting thru the air. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #25 December 11, 2006 I've always been partial to: plethora Interesting way to say variety. I like using that word so much, I think I'll use it now. There is a plethora of personalities on this website.I think I just creamed my jeans. Oh, Karen...Go over to Speaker's Corner and you will find all sorts of words. The peeps over there try to impress everyone with their intelligence by rolling out the big words. I think it gives them the feeling of having the biggest penis or something. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
