Monday, December 19, 2011

[Word Powers] Today's Words

Hitherto (hith-er-to) (Adverb)

1. until now or until the point in time under discussion

2. Archaic to this place or point

"The weather, which had hitherto been sunny and mild, suddenly turned cold."

               

Asinine (as-uh-nahyn) (Adjective)

1. Extremely stupid or foolish

2. Devoid of intelligence

"The Japanese sometimes speak very asinine about their family. This is because, although secretly proud, they do not want to appear boastful."




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