Folklore And Mythology Terms

noun a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major, often used for navigation or stargazing

• The Big Dipper is a well-known asterism in the constellation Ursa Major.
• Let's see if we can spot the Big Dipper in the night sky tonight.
• I heard that the Big Dipper is like the coolest constellation out there.
• She felt like she was lost in a sea of stars, with the Big Dipper as her only guide.

noun a person who lacks good sense or judgment; a silly or stupid person

• It would be unwise to underestimate someone based on their appearance, as one may appear a fool but possess great intelligence.
• Don't be a fool and trust everything you see on the internet.
• I can't believe he fell for that prank, what a fool!
• She played him like a fiddle, making him look like a fool in front of everyone.

noun a spirit or apparition of a dead person that is believed to appear or become manifest to the living, typically as a nebulous image

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• The legend of the ghost haunting the old mansion has been passed down for generations.
• I swear I saw a ghost in that creepy abandoned house last night!
• Dude, that place gives me the heeby-jeebies, I think it's haunted by ghosts.
• The ghost of his past mistakes still haunts him to this day.

adjective a term used to describe someone or something that is boisterous, rowdy, or lively in a noisy way

• The roisterous behavior of the guests at the party was quite disruptive.
• The roisterous crowd at the concert made it hard to hear the music.
• The roisterous group of friends were causing a ruckus at the bar.
• His roisterous laughter filled the room, bringing joy to everyone around.

noun a sniggler or one who sniggles

verb to fish for eels by thrusting a baited hook into their hiding places

• The researcher was able to sniggle out some interesting data from the experiment results.
• I managed to sniggle my way into getting a free ticket to the concert.
• She's always trying to sniggle her way out of doing her chores.
• The cat tried to sniggle through the narrow gap in the fence to escape.

noun a performer or actor who travels from place to place, usually performing in the streets or small venues

• The strolling player entertained the crowd with a variety of performances.
• The strolling player was really good at keeping the audience engaged.
• That strolling player sure knows how to put on a show!
• In life, we are all just strolling players on a grand stage.

noun news or information

• I bring you tidings of great joy and prosperity.
• I have some good tidings to share with you.
• Got some awesome tidings for ya!
• The tidings of her success spread like wildfire.

noun A quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects

verb To keep carefully or store up

• The archaeologists uncovered a valuable treasure during their excavation.
• I found a hidden treasure in my grandma's attic.
• Dude, that vintage record collection is a real treasure!
• Her wisdom and kindness are a treasure to all who know her.

noun a sheep or other animal that has not been sheared

adjective not having been cut or trimmed

• The sheep's wool remained unshorn due to the unexpected storm.
• She decided to leave her hair unshorn for a more natural look.
• I'm loving the unshorn vibe of your new haircut!
• His unshorn loyalty to his friends is truly admirable.

noun a brief period of rain falling while the sun is shining

• A sunshower is a meteorological phenomenon where rain falls while the sun is shining.
• I love when a sunshower happens, it's like getting a free shower from nature.
• I heard that a sunshower is when the devil is beating his wife.
• The sunshower of emotions overwhelmed her as she tried to process the news.

verb to invoke a curse upon; to damn; to condemn

• The priest warned that those who accursed others would face divine retribution.
• I heard that if you accurse someone, bad luck will follow you.
• Don't accurse me with your bad vibes, man.
• The artist accursed their lack of inspiration as they struggled to complete the painting.

noun a condition of confusion or disorientation

verb to make someone confused or disoriented

• The lack of evidence left the investigation in an adle state.
• I can't think straight, my mind is all adle.
• She was so drunk, she was completely adle.
• The confusion in his mind left him feeling adle.