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Why Dictionary.com chose quotidian
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- First recorded around 1300–50.
- Comes from Latin quotīdiānus, “daily,” which is similar to cottīdi(ē) “every day.”
- Quotīdiānus is formed from quot, “however many occur, every” and diē, a form of diēs, “day.”
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EXAMPLES OF QUOTIDIAN
- The journalist’s task is to uncover the hidden stories within the fabric of quotidian life and shed light on important societal issues.
- As an astronomer, I study the celestial bodies that shine in the sky each night, but it’s the quotidian beauty of a fading sunset that always captivates me.
amalgamate
verb
to mix or merge so as to make a combination; blend; unite.
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- First recorded in 1635–45.
- Formed from amalgam, “an alloy of mercury with another metal.”
- Amalgam came from the combination of Arabic al, “the,” and malgham, from Greek málagma, “softening agent.”
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EXAMPLES OF AMALGAMATE
- The artist chose to amalgamate different art styles in her painting, resulting in a truly original piece.
- The chef amalgamated various flavors to create a unique culinary masterpiece.
orotund
adjective
(of the voice or speech) characterized by strength, fullness, richness, and clearness.
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- First recorded in 1785–95.
- Comes from a contraction of the Latin phrase ōre rotundō, meaning “with round mouth.”
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EXAMPLES OF OROTUND
- The opera singer’s orotund vocals soared through the air, enveloping the concert hall in a wave of rich and sonorous melody.
- The actor’s orotund voice captivated the audience with its powerful resonance.
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