Wednesday Word of the Week

Despoilment (di-spoil-muhnt)
noun

To deprive of something valuable, usually by force; rob, plunder

"Facing both death and despoilment of his treasure, Henry had to take drastic measures to defend his kingdom."

Alternate definition
noun

To impulsively hoard perishable food items, usually prior to a major weather event

"With 6 inches of snow in the forecast, Susan clawed her way through the masses at the grocery store in a state of despoilment, grabbing 4 gallons of milk and 6 loaves of bread, seemingly planning to survive on milk sandwiches when the snow-pocalypse hit."

Wednesday Word of the Week

Buoyant (boi-uh-nt)
adjective

Tending to float in a fluid.

"The salt water coupled with a rotund body made the young boy incredibly buoyant."

Alternate Definition
adjective

Causing one to suddenly become boyish or boy-like.

"Casey's decision to shave his beard was buoyant as he now appeared to be fifteen."