These are the "big" words my professors have used in the past week.
Quixotic:
1) Romantic- tending to take a romanticized view of life
2) Impractical- motivated by an idealism that overlooks practical considerations
3) Impulsive- tending to act on whims or impulses
"I realized it would be a quixotic effort to give a lecture on the same day as a practice exam." ~ Prof. O'Shea
Panacea:
Supposed cure for all diseases or problems"It almost seems the writers [of sec. 87 RST 2d Contracts] thought this was the ultimate panacea." ~Prof. Dillon (I may have remembered this one out of context)
All the remaining words came from Prof. Morgan as we were discussing contributory negligence, assumption of risk and strict liability. I'll leave it to your imagination to determine the context ; )
Solipsism:
Belief in self as only reality
The belief that the only thing somebody can be sure of is that he or she exists, and that true knowledge of anything else is impossible
Panoply:
1) full array—an impressive and magnificent display or array of something
2) full ceremonial dress—ceremonial dress with all the necessary accessories
3) full armor—a full suit of armor and equipment for a warrior
4) protective covering—a covering that protects something
Demagoguery:
The character, behavior, tactics, or rhetoric of a demagogue
1) emotive dictator—a political leader who gains power by appealing to people's emotions and prejudices rather than their rationality
2) popular leader in ancient times—in ancient times, a popular leader who represented the ordinary people
Approbation:
1) expression of approval—approval, consent, or appreciation
2) official sanction—the official approving, authorizing, or sanctioning of something
So now that I'm a few words richer I will sign out.
Take Care Ya'll!!
