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#005 Imperious - #006 Apricate
This week's words are
[ˌimˈpirēəs]
adjective
1. Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.
2. Intensely compelling
From "50 Useful Rare Words."
#006: Apricate
[ˈæprɪˌkeɪt]
verb
1. To bask in the sun
2. To expose to sunlight
British English. Rare, isn't even in some of the online dictionaries. From "50 Words That Are Useful to Know."
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#005: Imperious
[ˌimˈpirēəs]
adjective
1. Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.
2. Intensely compelling
From "50 Useful Rare Words."
#006: Apricate
[ˈæprɪˌkeɪt]
verb
1. To bask in the sun
2. To expose to sunlight
British English. Rare, isn't even in some of the online dictionaries. From "50 Words That Are Useful to Know."
And if you're on AO3, you can also post to our Collection if you wish.