Word of the Day: Saponaceous

Can you pronounce saponaceous?

Saturday, November 9, 2024

adjective 1. Of, like, or containing soap; soapy. "A saponaceous substance is smeared all over the countertops." "Tim used a saponaceous liquid to clean the dirt off his tires." "The leaves felt saponaceous and slippery under our feet when the rain started." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Latin, early 18th century From Our Network Today's Best Deals Good products make life easier — especially when they're on sale. See the savings This word comes from the Latin "sapo," meaning "soap," plus the adjective-forming suffix "-ous." "Saponaceous" describes substances used to make soap, such as aloe vera gel and glycerin, but it can also describe substances that have a soapy feel or appearance, like mica and some shales. ... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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