Word Ultra — Set 168

Set 168 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: carminative, aoristic, vertiginous, eleemosynary, decumbent. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. carminative · adjective/ˌkɑrˈmɪnətɪv/

   a substance that helps relieve gas and bloating in the digestive tract

   Peppermint tea is known for its carminative properties, making it effective in relieving bloating after meals.

   Synonyms: soothing, calming, alleviating

   Origin: From Latin 'carminativus', from 'cārminare' which means to soothe or relieve.

2. aoristic · adjective/ˌeɪərˈɪstɪk/

   denoting a tense that expresses an action without specifying its duration or completion

   In ancient Greek, the simple past tense is often viewed as an aoristic tense that indicates an action happened without details on its duration.

   Synonyms: simple, indefinite

   Origin: from Greek 'aoristos', meaning 'indefinite' or 'unlimited'

3. vertiginous · adjective/vɜrˈtɪdʒɪnəs/

   having or causing a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall

   The vertiginous heights of the mountain left the climbers gasping for breath as they gazed down at the dizzying drop below.

   Synonyms: dizzy, giddy, spinning

   Origin: Late Latin 'vertiginosus', from Latin 'vertigo', meaning 'a turning round, whirling'

4. eleemosynary · adjective/ˌɛl.ɪˈmɑs.əˌnɛri/

   relating to or dependent on charity or charitable donations

   The eleemosynary organization has been providing essential services to the homeless for over a decade.

   Synonyms: charitable, philanthropic, benevolent

   Origin: from Latin 'eleemosynarius', which is derived from 'eleemosyna' meaning 'almsgiving', from Greek 'eleēmosynē' meaning 'pity, mercy, almsgiving'.

5. decumbent · adjective/dɪˈkʌm.bənt/

   lying down or resting

   The decumbent position of the patient helped to alleviate some of his discomfort during the treatment.

   Synonyms: reclining, lying, prostrate

   Origin: from Latin 'decumbentem', the present participle of 'decumbere', meaning 'to lie down'