To jump-start word usage, sometimes it's best to have a few examples. I thought we would try this week to substitute some common words we use for less common, less used words which mean the same thing.Think = Cogitate / Ruminate
"Let me cogitate (ruminate) on the subject for a bit."
Worry = Vex
"Don't be vexed by the test. You will do fine."
Disapprove = Censure
"I'm afraid I must censure that movie."
Flat on your back = Supine
"At the beach, I will be supine the entire vacation."
Wander aimlessly = Maunder
"Must you maunder? Please get to the point."
Okay! Let's get started!
I would add donnybrook to the list. A cool word not well known.
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