Vocabulary Mnemonics

Episode 60: Potpourri, grex, cloying, and more!

Apr 5, 2025
Dive into the quirks of language with a discussion on tautology and its everyday presence. Explore the layered meanings of 'potpourri' and 'grex', capturing both the delightful and the grumbly. Delve into the nuances of 'cloying' and 'panoply', illustrating contrasts between sweetness and grand displays. Discover the intriguing world of 'doppelgangers' and the dual nature of 'enjoin'. Fun wordplay and mnemonic devices make vocabulary learning both memorable and entertaining!
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INSIGHT

Tautology Means Needless Repetition

  • Tautology means saying the same thing twice or stating something that is always true.
  • Matt links the repeated
ANECDOTE

Hiding Feelings In The Workplace

  • Mom explains dissemble as concealing true motives or feelings with a coworker example.
  • She says she could tell a coworker was dissembling because they avoided eye contact.
INSIGHT

Potpourri As Miscellaneous Mix

  • Potpourri describes a literal mix of scented items and a miscellaneous collection.
  • Matt suggests picturing a pot you pour many things into to remember the meaning.
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