When Terrific is not
Quite Good Enough …
At a loss for words? Never a fun happening for
writers. Call it a brain block, brain fart, or a dog-days-of-summer moment of
laziness, but at times you need a word with more pizazz! Let me save you the
agony …
ÉCLAT (ā-ʹklä;
ʹā-; 1672) n. – 1) ostentatious display : publicity; 2) dazzling effect : brilliance; 3a) brilliant or conspicuous success, b) praise, applause. [WW #276]
Éclat could
be said of fireworks, a stellar artistic performance, or the actions of an outstanding
person in any field of work or charity.
Looking for ways to create your dialogue or commentary with panache? Words like éclat are just uncommon enough to attract attention, yet not so bold as to appear out of place. After all, dahlings, we know you can write with éclat when your muse is not moody and the stars align with your creativity! Some days you just need a little boost.
Versatility of éclat is the mark
of a dynamic word that adds character and visual scenes to nearly any setting and
lends itself to many areas of expressive writing and dialogue. Or, even to
impress your friends in a (virtual) party, “Although the movie’s dialogue could
have been more exciting, its visuals danced in an extraordinary éclat
of special effects.”
Word Challenge: ÉCLAT. Challenge yourself to invent a variety of
scenes and characters, as you fit éclat into your week
of eclectic writings and clever conversations.
Learning knows no prejudices or boundaries, and it isn’t fattening!
Expanding your mind is a no-cost, simple joy. Do you feel that way too? What’s your
inspiration? Share your creative genius and Wordplay Wednesday comments below.
Write first for yourself … only then can you write for others. (L.Rochelle)
[LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by
trade, and an author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books in
her Blast from Your Past series (of
three) about pioneering R&R Radio DJs. True behind-the-mic tales make GREAT
Holiday and anytime Gifts available on Amazon (eBook and print): Book 1 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years
1954-1959; and Book
2 – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon … The Psychedelic
Seventies!]
*Note: 1) Dictionary
definitions are quoted from Webster’s New World College Dictionary. Yes,
we sometimes present them out of “official” context—but that’s half the fun!
Think of it as “creative context.” 2) Neither I (LinDee Rochelle) nor Penchant
for Penning are responsible for how you use information found here, that may
result in legal action.
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