I was just thinking about this today. Do you guys know the types of words that actually resemble their meaning? I was just thinking of a few... awkward and nausea.
Got anymore?
I was just thinking about this today. Do you guys know the types of words that actually resemble their meaning? I was just thinking of a few... awkward and nausea.
Got anymore?
It is not enough to merely touch the face of god; you also must open your eyes so that you may see your palm.
on·o·mat·o·poe·ia (n-mt-p, -mät-)
n.
The formation or use of words such as buzz or murmur that imitate the sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to.
the word "crash" is a good one
Acts 2:21 "And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved"
Yeah... look up old batman episodes (the ones with adam west). I think they all qualify.
Disclaimer - The above opinion should not be taken as medical advise. My only advise is to talk to your doctor. If you are stupid enough to take anything I say seriously, you have nobody to blame for your cranio-anal inversion but your stupid self.
I may not be smart enough to do everything but I am dumb enough to try anything. - Beastboy.
Yes, yes, I know all about onomatopoeia, but it only really applies to sounds... I was thinking of something more universal. Basically, words that have the ability to capture the essence of their meanings.Originally posted by hapoo
on·o·mat·o·poe·ia (n-mt-p, -mät-)
n.
The formation or use of words such as buzz or murmur that imitate the sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to.
It is not enough to merely touch the face of god; you also must open your eyes so that you may see your palm.
Hmm...
gag
stench
plop
drip
How are those?
Check out my spoilers for over 20 shows @ SpoilerFix.com
Check out my TV blog, where I post weekly & daily TV
schedules, TV news, interviews with TV stars & more!
All new TV forums as well @ TV Is My Pacifier
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote
Bookmarks