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!<\/p>\n
Ambidextrous<\/i>: Able to use any sugar.<\/p>\n
Circumspect<\/i>: Examine from all angles.<\/p>\n
Consequential<\/i>: In reverse order.<\/p>\n
Extraneous<\/i>: Outside a locomotive.<\/p>\n
Impeccable<\/i>: Beak-proof.<\/p>\n
Kinescope<\/i>: Tool for visualizing your family tree.<\/p>\n
Oxymoron<\/i>: What you become when your brain goes without air for too long.<\/p>\n
Parasympathetic<\/i>: Approving of very lightweight aircraft.<\/p>\n
Penultimate<\/i>: Bic or Mont Blanc, platinum edition.<\/p>\n
Ponderous<\/i>: Thoughtful.<\/p>\n
Postulate<\/i>: Create blisters.<\/p>\n
Proliferate<\/i>: Argue against abortion.<\/p>\n
Stagnation<\/i>: Country of bachelors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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