30 11 / 2012
sporadic
adj.
- Scattered or dispersed, occurring singly or in very small numbers, in respect of locality or local distribution.
- Appearing, happening, etc., now and again or at intervals; occasional.
- Of single persons or things: Accidental; isolated.
- Characterized by occasional or isolated occurrence, appearance, or manifestation.
definitions brought to you by OED.com - the English nerd’s playground
02 10 / 2012
complacent
adj.
- Pleasing, pleasant, delightful
- Feeling or showing pleasure or satisfaction, esp. in one’s own condition or doings; self-satisfied
- Disposed, or showing a disposition, to please; obliging in manner
definitions brought to you by OED.com - the English nerd’s playground
27 9 / 2012
cumbersome
adj.
- Obstructing and impeding motion or progress; full of obstruction; troublesome to pass or get through
- Causing trouble, annoyance, or inconvenience; full of trouble; troublesome; wearisome, oppressive
- Of material objects: Troublesome from bulk or heaviness; unwieldy, clumsy
definitions brought to you by OED.com - the English nerd’s playground
24 9 / 2012
diabolical
adj.
- Of or pertaining to the devil; actuated by or proceeding from the devil; of the nature of the devil
- Characteristic of or befitting the devil; devilish, fiendish, atrociously wicked or malevolent
- (slang usage) In weakened sense: outrageous, disgraceful; disgracefully bad
definitions brought to you by OED.com - the English nerd’s playground
18 9 / 2012
Word Nerd Diary
So, I keep brainstorming ways I can use this writing forum since I also have a wordpress account. I have decided that wordpress is where I will write my longer ideas, thoughts, and opinions in detailed chapters.
I will use tumblr to share my favorite words, as well as to expand my vocabulary with new words I find. Happy learning! Suggestions welcome.
17 8 / 2012
This captures how it felt to graduate and leave college last year… I still feel that way when I stop and think about it.
