The Practical Guide: Random Rare Word (Éclat)

This word has a glamorous appeal to it, I expect from its French origins. And the very definition is glamorous!

Éclat (noun)

1. Brilliant display; dazzling effect

2. Social distinction; conspicuous success; universal approbation (with great éclat)

French from éclater, “burst out”.

Makes me want to dress in an evening gown, toss my hair over my shoulder and discuss Hemingway or Cervantes.

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  1. Still sounds dirty.

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