Nepenthe – Wacky Word Wednesday

On Today’s Wacky Word Wednesday, we explore a magical potion that has the power to bring forgetfulness of sorrow or trouble. Check it out at Simply CSOFT!

Trompe l’oeil – Wacky Word Wednesday

The trompe l’oeil is an art form practiced since antiquity. This week’s Wacky Word Wednesday post brings you up to speed about its basic etymology and history and it provides a whole bunch of trompe l’oeil examples.

Aeolian – Wacky Word Wednesday

The adjective “aeolian” is derived from the Greek mythological personage Aeolus. He was the guy whose good side you would try to get on when going on a sailing trip.

Chthonic – Wacky Word Wednesday

This week’s wacky word encompasses anything and everything supernatural – deities, celestial beings, spirits, aliens, 100 foot tall dragon-humanoid-squid-headed-madness-inducing-monsters – the whole nine yards really. Check out this week’s wacky word and impress your friends with knowledge about the creature who will bring about the end of the world. Guaranteed, you’ll be the life of the next dinner party you attend.

Miasma – Wacky Word Wednesday

Hi everyone! Wacky Word Wednesday is back with miasma. Find out how significant this word was from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, how it is connected to malaria, and when germs were “introduced” to the world. Read all about it at Simply CSOFT… see you there!

Afflatus – Wacky Word Wednesday

Wacky word is back with a divine message to share with you! Stop by to learn about today’s word, afflatus, and its connection with inspiration, Circero, and the Aeolian harp. As always, feel free to share your thoughts with us!

Batrachomyomachy – Wacky Word Wednesday

In this week’s edition of Wacky Word Wednesday, you’ll learn about an epic historical battle that, erm… never really happened. But it’s rife with intrigue, good ol’-fashioned anthropomorphism, and of course an interesting term you can add to the list of words you use to show off at parties. Enjoy!

Onychophagist – Wacky Word Wednesday

In this week’s edition of Wacky Word Wednesday, you’ll be introduced to a nice big word with Greek roots, read a terrifying children’s story about a boy losing a few of his appendages (we’re not going to tell you which ones!), and you will learn three good reasons why you shouldn’t bite your nails. Hope you enjoy — and happy Wednesday!

Callipygian – Wacky Word Wednesday

In this week’s edition of Wacky Word Wednesday we discuss the word “Callipygian.” It was originally used to refer to a slightly risqué statue of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. But we’re not going to ruin the surprise — so go ahead and check it out :)