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marginalia

noun/ˌmɑrʤɪˈneɪliə/

definition

notes or commentary written in the margins of a text

example

The scholar discovered fascinating marginalia in the old manuscript that revealed the original reader's thoughts.

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word origin — From Latin 'marginalis', meaning 'of the margin', derived from 'margo', meaning 'margin' or 'edge'.

Word Ultra — Set 198

Set 198 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: marginalia, akrasia, periapt, myrmidon, pedocal. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. marginalia · noun/ˌmɑrʤɪˈneɪliə/

    notes or commentary written in the margins of a text

    The scholar discovered fascinating marginalia in the old manuscript that revealed the original reader's thoughts.

    Synonyms: notations, annotations, comments

    Origin: From Latin 'marginalis', meaning 'of the margin', derived from 'margo', meaning 'margin' or 'edge'.

  2. akrasia · noun/əˈkreɪziə/

    a state of mind in which someone acts against their better judgment

    Despite knowing the importance of studying for her exams, she succumbed to akrasia and spent the entire day watching television instead.

    Synonyms: incontinence, weakness, lack of self-control

    Origin: from Greek 'akrasiā', meaning 'lack of self-control' or 'lack of command over oneself'

  3. periapt · noun/ˈpɛriˌæpt/

    an object worn as a charm or amulet for protection or luck

    She wore a beautiful periapt around her neck, believing it would protect her from any harm.

    Synonyms: amulet, talisman, charm

    Origin: From Middle English periapte, from Latin periaptum, from Greek periaptos (περίαπτος) meaning 'bound around', from peri (περί) meaning 'around' + hapto (ἅπτω) meaning 'to fasten'.

  4. myrmidon · noun/ˈmɜr.mɪ.dɒn/

    a loyal follower or subordinate who executes orders without question

    The general surrounded himself with myrmidons, eager to carry out his orders without question.

    Synonyms: minion, henchman, subordinate

    Origin: The word 'myrmidon' comes from the Greek 'Myrmidones', which were followers of Achilles in Greek mythology, known for their loyalty and martial prowess.

  5. pedocal · noun/ˈpɛd.ə.kæl/

    a type of soil characterized by a horizon rich in calcium carbonate due to evaporation in arid and semi-arid regions

    The pedocal soil in this region is characterized by a significant accumulation of calcium carbonate due to the high rates of evaporation.

    Synonyms: calcareous soil, alkaline soil

    Origin: from the Greek 'pedon' meaning 'soil' and 'calx' meaning 'lime'