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Terpsichorean (adj) means Connected with dancing.

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Connected with dancing.

"Oh, heaven forbid: I am one who delights in all manifestations of the Terpsichorean muse!" — Monty Python, The Cheese Shop (1970)

"They're quiet enough in the morning hours, They're quiet enough in the afternoon, Reserving their terpsichorean powers To dance by the light of the Jellicle Moon." — T. S. Eliot, The Song of the Jellicles (1939)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Came from Terpsichore (“the Muse of dance in Greek mythology”).

Rhymes for terpsichorean

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What is the meaning of terpsichorean?

"terpsichorean" (adj) means connected with dancing.