The clinquant decorations at the gala added an air of luxury to the already extravagant event.
synonyms
glitteringsparklingshimmering
word origin — Derived from the French word 'clinquant,' meaning 'clinking' or 'jingling,' which is a form of the verb 'clinquer' related to the sound of metallic objects.
clinquant, rubicund, brummagem, ossiferous, mnemogenic: meanings and examples
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clinquant · adjective/ˈklɪŋ.kənt/
glittering or sparkling with gold or silver
The clinquant decorations at the gala added an air of luxury to the already extravagant event.
Synonyms: glittering, sparkling, shimmering
Origin: Derived from the French word 'clinquant,' meaning 'clinking' or 'jingling,' which is a form of the verb 'clinquer' related to the sound of metallic objects.
rubicund · adjective/ˈruː.bɪ.kənd/
having a red or reddish complexion
His rubicund face suggested a life spent enjoying the outdoors and drinking hearty ales with friends.
Synonyms: rosy, ruddy, flushed
Origin: From Latin 'rubicundus', meaning 'red' or 'reddish', derived from 'rubere' meaning 'to be red'.
brummagem · adjective/ˈbrʌməʤəm/
cheap and showy but worthless
The brummagem jewelry she wore sparkled but lacked any real value or craftsmanship.
Synonyms: tawdry, gaudy, cheap
Origin: The word 'brummagem' originates from Birmingham, England, historically known for its production of cheap imitation goods.
ossiferous · adjective/ˌɑːs.ɪˈfɪr.əs/
containing or producing bone
The scientists discovered an ossiferous layer in the sediment, which contained numerous fossilized remains of ancient animals.
Synonyms: osseous, bony, skeletal
Origin: from Latin 'ossifer', meaning 'bone-producing', derived from 'os' (bone) and 'ferre' (to bear or carry)
mnemogenic · adjective/mɪˈnɛm.ə.nɪk/
pertaining to the production or facilitation of memory
Researchers found that certain mnemogenic cues significantly enhance the recall of information during memory tests.