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Definition: a strong intellectual capacity marked by clever humor. Characters in Literature: Professor McGonagall (Harry Potter); Dr. Watson & Sherlock Holmes (same); Elizabeth Bennett (Pride and Prejudice) Common Portrayals: Comedians, sitcom actors,…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dusk

October 13, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dusk

October 13, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Worry Wart

October 8, 2011

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Worry Wart

October 8, 2011

Definition: Characterized by extreme uneasiness of mind or brooding fear Characters in Literature: Piglet, Mrs. Weasley, Bard of Dale (The Hobbit) Common Portrayals: overprotective maternal figures, hypochondriacs, conspiracy theorists, chaperones and nurses…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Vortex

October 6, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Vortex

October 6, 2011

WEATHER and Phenomenon are important elements in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather…

Character Trait Entry: Funny

October 1, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Funny

October 1, 2011

Definition: comical, causing amusement or laughter Characters in Literature: Fred & George Weasley (Harry Potter); Mia (Princess Diaries); Willy Wonka (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) Common Portrayals: Comedians, class clowns, nighttime…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Fall

September 29, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Fall

September 29, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Character Trait Entry: Loyal

September 24, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Loyal

September 24, 2011

Definition: unswerving in allegiance Characters in Literature: Sam Gamgee (Lord of the Rings), Lloyd Henreid (The Stand), Rikki-Tikki-Tavi Common Portrayals: soldiers, yes-men in the business world, cult members, best friends, the…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Forest Fire

September 22, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Forest Fire

September 22, 2011

WEATHER and PHENOMENA are important elements in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather…

Character Trait Entry: Stubborn

September 17, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Stubborn

September 17, 2011

Definition: Unyielding; resolute Characters in Literature:Nynaeve, (The Wheel of Time); Verruca Salt (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory); Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games) Common Portrayals: The resolute boss; a stubborn toddler; military leadership;…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Rainbow

September 15, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Rainbow

September 15, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…