WORDS OF THE WEEK I

1. Mugwump

Meaning: A person who stays neutral or independent, especially in times of conflict or politics.

Origin: From an Algonquian (Native American) word mugquomp, meaning “war leader” or “great man.”

Use it like this:

"While everyone else picked sides in the group chat drama, Dunni stayed a mugwump, minding her snacks and business."

Zekie’s Tip: Just imagine a calm, un-bothered queen sitting on the fence with sunglasses and a smoothie.

2. Chartaceous

Meaning: Having a paper-like texture; papery.

Origin: From Latin charta, meaning “paper.”

Use it like this:

"The chartaceous leaves crinkled beneath her fingertips like aged parchment from an ancient scroll."

Zekie’s Tip: "Chartaceous" = chart + paper-ish.

3. Roc

Meaning: A giant mythical bird, often said to be so massive it could carry away elephants.

Origin: From Arabic rukhkh, introduced into English through legends and tales.

Use it like this:

"He dreamt of taming a roc and flying across the desert skies like a boss from Arabian Nights."

Zekie’s Tip: Big bird energy. Forget hawks , my bird carries hippos😂

4. Mundify

Meaning: To cleanse or purify, especially spiritually or ceremonially.

Origin: From Latin mundificare, meaning “to make clean.”

Use it like this:

"Her tears were prayers, falling not in vain, but to mundify a heart that had forgotten how to feel."

Zekie’s Tip: Think “modify,” but make it holy.

5. Mutiny

Meaning: A rebellion against authority, especially by soldiers or sailors.

Origin: From Old French mutiner, meaning “to revolt.”

Use it like this:

"When she took away our phones during prep, it sparked a quiet mutiny."

Zekie’s Tip: Mutiny is the moment rebellion simmers before it explodes