Word Ultra — Set 70

Set 70 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: monophagous, erubescent, algedonic, penial, lapidarian. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. monophagous · adjective/ˌmɑːnəˈfæɡəs/

   feeding on a single kind of food

   The monophagous caterpillar fed exclusively on the leaves of a single plant species, unable to survive on any other food source.

   Synonyms: monotrophic, univorous

   Origin: derived from the Greek words 'mono' meaning 'one' and 'phagein' meaning 'to eat'

2. erubescent · adjective/ˌɛrʊˈbɛsənt/

   becoming red or reddish

   As she spoke to the crowd, her erubescent cheeks revealed her embarrassment.

   Synonyms: reddish, blushing, crimson

   Origin: derived from the Latin word 'erubescentem', present participle of 'erubesco', meaning 'to become red'

3. algedonic · adjective/ˌæl.dʒɪˈdɑ.nɪk/

   relating to pleasure and pain

   The algedonic experience of watching a heartbreaking movie left me both uplifted and devastated at the same time.

   Synonyms: hedonic, dolorous, pleasurable

   Origin: The term 'algedonic' is derived from the Greek words 'algos' meaning 'pain' and 'hedone' meaning 'pleasure'.

4. penial · adjective/ˈpɪn.i.əl/

   relating to the penis

   The doctor explained the significance of penial health in relation to overall well-being.

   Synonyms: genital, sexual, reproductive

   Origin: From Latin 'penialis', from 'penis' meaning 'penis'.

5. lapidarian · adjective/ˌlæpɪˈdɛriən/

   of or relating to the art of engraving on stone

   The lapidarian craftsmanship displayed in the ancient sculptures reveals the incredible skill of artisans from centuries past.

   Synonyms: stonemason, engraver, lapidist

   Origin: from Latin 'lapidarius', meaning 'of stone', from 'lapis', meaning 'stone'