When You Need to Think Big
At times, common words just don’t cut it when you’re
thinking and dreaming big. Here’s one for you …
It’s difficult to envision the average real estate
agent (or home buyer) gesturing grandly with a flourish and gushing, “You’ll love
this open-concept design. It’s so commodious!” … or its cousin,
“capacious.” (“Able to contain or hold much; roomy, spacious”—sound familiar?)
Commodious may not be popular in conversation, but will, however,
give your dialogue or narrative a lift in literary works and other writings. Certain
characters (and people) are right at home with borderline pompous or grandiose
words. Give it a try.
Word Challenge: COMMODIOUS. Whether it’s an office, a home, or the recesses of your mind,
it can apply. So this week, think voluminous, ample, and
airy, as you slip commodious into your week of expansive
prose. Happy writing!
Learning knows no prejudices or boundaries, and it isn’t fattening!
Expanding your mind is a no-cost, simple joy. Do you feel that way too? What’s
your inspiration? Share your creative genius and Wordplay Wednesday comments below.
Write first for yourself … only then can you write for others. (L.Rochelle)
[LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by
trade, and an author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books (of
three) in her Blast from Your Past series about pioneering R&R Radio DJs. The true behind-the-mic
tales make GREAT Holiday Gifts available on Amazon (eBook and print): Book 1 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years 1954-1959; and Book
2 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon … The Psychedelic
Seventies!]
Note: Dictionary
definitions are quoted from Webster’s New World College Dictionary.
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