Polymathy

I loved all of the thoughtful comments on my Artist / Scientist post. So many interesting terms and definitions! I confess, the first time I ever saw the word “polymath” I thought it meant somebody who is good at algebra, geometry and calculus. In that spirit, herewith a short lexicon based on a misinterpretation of some very nice words. Feel free to add more!

Ambidextrous: Able to use any sugar.

Circumspect: Examine from all angles.

Consequential: In reverse order.

Extraneous: Outside a locomotive.

Impeccable: Beak-proof.

Kinescope: Tool for visualizing your family tree.

Oxymoron: What you become when your brain goes without air for too long.

Parasympathetic: Approving of very lightweight aircraft.

Penultimate: Bic or Mont Blanc, platinum edition.

Ponderous: Thoughtful.

Postulate: Create blisters.

Proliferate: Argue against abortion.

Stagnation: Country of bachelors.

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