Posted on 05/04/2018 6:37:14 AM PDT by Red Badger
In order that we might all raise the level of discourse and expand our language abilities, here is the daily post of "Word for the Day".
diabolic (daɪəbɒlɪk )
1. adjective
Diabolic is used to describe things that people think are caused by or belong to the Devil. [formal] ...the diabolic forces which lurk in all violence.
2. adjective
If you describe something as diabolic, you are emphasizing that it is very bad, extreme, or unpleasant.
[mainly US, emphasis]
Pitt's smile returned, and it was hideously diabolic.
Thank you! She’s a huge ASSet, all right...
Almost sadly, Hillary is not quite drinking enough to diealcoholically. But is she really healthy enough for 2016?
Excellent! !
My absolute favorite Bugs Bunny cartoon.
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