Fictional Terminology

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a statement or belief that is not true

adjective describing something that is not true or not in accordance with facts

  • The statement made by the witness was proven to be untrue during cross-examination.
  • I heard a rumor about you, but I know it's untrue.
  • Don't believe everything you hear, most of it is just untrue gossip.
  • His facade of confidence was quickly revealed to be untrue when he stumbled over his words.

noun a made-up or nonsensical word or phrase, often used for comedic effect

  • The scientist used the term 'mommick' to describe the process of genetic modification.
  • I have no idea what that mommick is all about, do you?
  • Stop mommicking around and get to work!
  • The artist's painting was a mommick of colors and shapes.

noun a type of African dance characterized by energetic movements and rhythms

  • The bogol was a type of traditional dance performed during the festival.
  • I heard they're serving bogol at the party tonight.
  • Let's go grab some bogol and chill at the park.
  • The fog was so thick it felt like walking through a bogol.

noun a term that does not have a specific definition in English, possibly a proper noun or a term in another language

  • The donkra is a traditional instrument used in Ghanaian music.
  • I heard the donkra playing at the festival last night.
  • Let's jam out with the donkra tonight!
  • His voice was deep and resonant, like the sound of a donkra drum.