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Cretin (noun) kret-in A stupid person (used as a general term of abuse). Originally a medical…

Termagant (noun) turm-u-gant A harsh-tempered or overbearing woman. I love the etymology of this word: Taken…

Abeyance (noun) ah-bay-un-s A state of temporary disuse or suspension. In law: The position of being…

Flout (verb) fl-ow-t Openly disregard (a rule, law, or convention) . I love the origin of…

Luddite (noun) lud-ite A person opposed to increased industrialisation or new technology. Originally a member of…

Nefarious (adj) ni-f-air-e-us (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal. I always picture a…