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evince

[ ih-vins ] [ ɪˈvɪns ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

verb

to show clearly; make evident.

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More about evince

  • Evince was first recorded around 1600-10.
  • Evince comes from the Latin word ēvincere, meaning “to conquer, overcome, carry one’s point.”
  • Evince is related to evictvictory, convince, and vanquish, all possibly through the same Latin word, vincere, “to conquer.”

EXAMPLES OF EVINCE

  • The artist’s masterpiece evinces her incredible talent and attention to detail.
  • The data from the study evinced a clear correlation between exercise and improved mental health.
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globular

[ glob-yuh-ler ] [ ˈglɒb yə lər ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

globe-shaped; spherical.

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  • Globular was first recorded in 1650-60.
  • Globular comes from the Latin word globul(us), meaning “small, spherical body.”
  • Globular is also related to globe, which can refer to any planet or celestial body or specifically to the planet Earth (as in, the globe or globe-trotter).

EXAMPLES OF GLOBULAR

  • With its circular design and gleaming glass surface, the modern pendant lamp cast a warm and globular glow throughout the room.
  • The artist carefully sculpted a globular vase, with its smooth curves resembling a perfect sphere.
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skookum

[ skoo-kuhm ] [ ˈsku kəm ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

large; powerful; impressive.

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More about skookum

  • Skookum was first recorded around 1825-35.
  • Skookum comes from a word in Chinook Jargon that means “fearsome, powerful,” from Lower Chehalis skwəkwə́m, “ghost, spirit, monster.”
  • Chinook Jargon and Lower Chehalis are Salishan languages spoken in the Pacific Northwest.
  • One might say, “Is that skookum with you?” when looking for affirmation.
  • Skookum on its own can also mean “really awesome!”

EXAMPLES OF SKOOKUM

  • The skookum grizzly bear roamed through the forest, its massive size and strength commanding respect.
  • The skookum oak tree stood tall and majestic in the middle of the clearing, casting a shadow over the entire meadow.
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