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munificent
[ myoo-nif-uh-suhnt ]
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adjective
extremely liberal in giving; very generous
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- First recorded in 1565鈥�75.
- From the Latin 尘奴苍颈蹿颈肠别苍迟颈补, meaning “generosity or bountifulness.”
EXAMPLES OF MUNIFICENT聽
- The billionaire was known for her munificent donations to local hospitals.
- His munificent gift to the charity allowed it to expand its programs to help even more families.
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- First recorded between 1275鈥�1325.
- From the Old French admonester, “to remind,” and ultimately from the Latin 补诲尘辞苍脓谤别, meaning “to remind or advise.”
聽EXAMPLES OF ADMONISH聽
- The safety officer admonished the workers to wear their protective gear at all times while on site.
- The teacher admonished the students to submit their assignments on time.
calcimine
[ kal-suh-mahyn ]
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noun
a white or tinted wash for walls, ceilings, etc.
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- First recorded in 1860鈥�65; variant of kalsomine.
- From the Latin calx, meaning “lime or limestone.”
EXAMPLES OF CALCIMINE
- The old farmhouse still had traces of calcimine on its ceilings, giving the rooms a soft, chalky appearance.
- Over time, the calcimine began to peel, revealing plaster underneath.
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