Vocabulary Mnemonics
Matt & Dr. Mom
From legerdemain to scrupulousness, from tatterdemalion to kempt, we have the memory tools to help you remember GRE vocabulary, Latin and Greek phrases, medical terms and more -- forever.
Episodes
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Apr 5, 2024 • 16min
Episode 8: Foreign words: Schadenfreude, ad hominem, vis a vis, and more!
Mar 29, 2024 • 15min
Episode 7: Knotty, apposite, and more!
Mar 22, 2024 • 15min
Episode 6: Grandiloquent, impecunious, and more!
Mar 15, 2024 • 17min
Episode 5: Greek Week, including Achilles heel, platonic, and more!
Mar 8, 2024 • 19min
Episode 4: Peripatetic, lacuna, etc.
Mar 5, 2024 • 17min
Episode 3: Desiccate, undaunted, etc.
Feb 22, 2024 • 14min
Episode 2: Antipathy, aberrant, and more…
Dive into captivating vocabulary as listeners explore intriguing words like 'antipathy' and 'aberrant'. Discover creative mnemonics that make remembering definitions a breeze. Unique terms such as 'captious' and 'tyro' are defined, revealing the contrast between a critical fault-finder and a beginner. The meanings of 'denizen' and 'sanguine' are unpacked with relatable examples. There's even a journey into the art of embellishment, connecting decorative language with memorable mnemonics. Perfect for vocabulary enthusiasts!
Feb 21, 2024 • 11min
Episode 1: Esoteric, ebullient, and more…
Dive into the intriguing world of vocabulary as forgotten gems like 'esoteric' and 'ebullient' come to life with clever mnemonics. Uncover the sneaky depth of 'surreptitious' and the chatter of 'loquacious,' transforming your conversations. Explore the wisdom behind 'tacit' and 'sagacious,' enhancing your linguistic prowess. Get a laugh with the quirky 'scatology' and energize your speech with 'enervate.' Don't miss the chance to spice up your vocabulary with 'lugubrious' and the brave 'intrepid'!
