versimilous

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the appearance or semblance of truth; resembling the real or actual thing; lifelike.

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Variants

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verisimilitude , verisimilitudes , verisimilitudinous

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Etymology

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From Latin versimilis, from versare 'turn' + similis 'like'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'versimilitude' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. In medieval literature, the concept of versimilitude was often used to justify the use of fantastic elements in stories, as long as they were presented in a way that was believable to the audience.

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Related Concepts

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1. realism: A literary and artistic movement that emphasizes the accurate representation of reality.

2. verisimilitude: The quality of having the appearance of truth or reality.

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Culture

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Versimilous is often used in literary and artistic contexts to describe works that accurately depict reality or human nature. For example, in the novel 'Don Quixote' by Miguel de Cervantes, the author uses versimilitude to describe the realistic portrayal of the characters and their actions.

How to Memorize "versimilous"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word versimilous as having the appearance or semblance of truth. Imagine a mirror reflecting reality accurately.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word versimilous with the words 'realistic' and 'lifelike'. Think of something that closely resembles the truth.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the etymology of the word: 'Versimilous' comes from the Latin words 'versare' (to turn) and 'similis' (like), so remember that it means 'turning things into something lifelike'.

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