Word Ultra — Set 222

Set 222 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: dipsomania, panache, janissary, gallus, anodyne. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. dipsomania · noun/ˌdɪp.soʊˈmeɪ.ni.ə/

   an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic beverages

   Despite his efforts to lead a sober life, his dipsomania often led him back to the bottle at the most unexpected moments.

   Synonyms: alcoholism, binge drinking, hard drinking

   Origin: From the Greek 'dipsa' meaning 'thirst' and 'mania' meaning 'madness' or 'frenzy'.

2. panache · noun/pəˈnæʃ/

   distinctive and stylish flair or elegance

   The designer showcased her latest collection with incredible panache, leaving the audience in awe of her artistic vision.

   Synonyms: flair,elegance,style

   Origin: French, meaning 'feather' or 'plume', from the late Middle Ages, often used to refer to a distinctive style or flair.

3. janissary · noun/ˈdʒæn.ɪˌsɛr.i/

   a member of the elite infantry unit of the Ottoman Empire

   The janissary corps was known for its discipline and fierce loyalty to the Sultan.

   Synonyms: soldier,trooper,infantryman

   Origin: From Turkish 'Yeniçeri', meaning 'new soldier'

4. gallus · noun/ˈɡæləs/

   a domesticated fowl, especially a rooster

   As the sun began to rise, the gallus crowed loudly, signaling the start of a new day on the farm.

   Synonyms: rooster, cock, fowl

   Origin: from Latin 'gallus', meaning 'rooster' or 'cock'

5. anodyne · adjective/ˈæn.ə.daɪn/

   not likely to provoke dissent or offense, inoffensive

   The speaker's anodyne remarks during the meeting ensured that no one felt uncomfortable with the discussion topics.

   Synonyms: inoffensive, bland, mild

   Origin: from Greek 'anodyne', meaning 'pain-relieving', from 'anodynon', from 'an-' (without) + 'odyne' (pain)