Word Ultra — Set 219

Set 219 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: dapifer, ululation, pansophy, autonym, depredation. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. dapifer · noun/ˈstuː.ərd, ˈbæŋ.kwɪt ˈmæstər, pərˈveɪ.jər/

   an officer of a royal or noble household responsible for serving food

   The dapifer skillfully organized the grand feast, ensuring that each dish was presented to the guests with elegance.

   Synonyms: steward, banquet master, purveyor

   Origin: Derived from Latin 'dapifer', where 'dapis' means feast and 'ferre' means to carry.

2. ululation · noun/ˌjuː.ləˈleɪ.ʃən/

   a long, wavering, high-pitched vocal sound resembling a howl

   The ululation of the crowd filled the air as the team scored the winning goal in the championship.

   Synonyms: howl,yowl,keening

   Origin: from Latin 'ululatio', from 'ululare' meaning to wail

3. pansophy · noun/pænˈsɑː.fɪ/

   universal or all-encompassing knowledge

   The philosopher sought to achieve pansophy, aiming to integrate all branches of knowledge into a cohesive understanding of the universe.

   Synonyms: omniscience, encyclopedic knowledge, all-knowingness

   Origin: The word 'pansophy' is derived from the Greek roots 'pan-' meaning 'all' and 'sophia' meaning 'wisdom'.

4. autonym · noun/ˈɔːtənɪm/

   a word that refers to itself or the name used by a group for itself

   The term 'Homo sapiens' is an autonym that refers to our own species in scientific classification.

   Synonyms: self-reference, self-name, self-designation

   Origin: The word 'autonym' comes from the Greek 'auto-' meaning 'self' and 'onym' meaning 'name'.

5. depredation · noun/ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃən/

   the act of attacking or plundering

   The depredation of the ancient ruins by treasure hunters has sparked outrage among historians and preservationists.

   Synonyms: pillaging, plundering, raiding

   Origin: from Latin 'depredatio', from 'depraedari' meaning 'to plunder'