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Today’s Words

Vellichor, Obfuscate, and Somnolent

What does vellichor mean?

Vellichor (noun) – the strange wistfulness of old bookstores.
Example: As she wandered through the dusty shelves, a wave of vellichor washed over her, filling her with a longing she couldn’t quite name.

What does obfuscate mean?

Obfuscate (verb) – to render something unclear, confusing, or unintelligible.
Example: The professor’s overcomplicated language only served to obfuscate the main point of his lecture.

What does somnolent mean?

Somnolent (adjective) – sleepy, drowsy, or inducing sleep.
Example: The somnolent hum of cicadas lulled him into an afternoon nap on the porch swing.

📌 Try weaving these words into a short scene — perhaps one set in a quiet bookstore where mystery lingers in the air. Notice how the words can shift the tone and deepen the atmosphere.

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