Wiktionary:Word of the day/Archive/2007/November

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connote v

To signify beyond a literal or principal meaning. To possess an inseparable related condition; to imply as a logical consequence

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autochthonous adj

Native to the place where found; indigenous. (geology) Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation

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apotheosis n

Glorification, sometimes to a divine level; deification; crediting a person with god-like power. (mythology) The process of becoming a deity

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hello interj

A greeting said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence. A greeting used when answering the telephone. A call for responses if it is not clear whether anyone is present or listening. (colloquial) Used sarcastically to imply that the person addressed has done something the speaker considers to be foolish. An expression of puzzlement or discovery

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ombudsman n

An appointed official whose duty is to investigate complaints against institutions such as government departments. A designated internal mediator in an organization whose duty is to assist members with conflict resolution

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facetiously adv

In a facetious or flippant manner; in a manner that treats serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor. (dated) In a pleasantly humorous or playful fashion

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precipitate v

To make something happen suddenly and quickly; hasten. To throw an object or person from a great height. (chemistry) To come out of a liquid solution into solid form. (meteorology) To have water in the air fall to the ground

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insinuate v

Make a way for or introduce something by subtle, crafty or artful means. To ingratiate oneself; to obtain access or favor by flattery or cunning. To hint at (something); to suggest or express an idea indirectly

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