Word! #2: "rictus"

"Word!" is a regular post in which we select words or phrases--slightly or extremely unusual--used in compelling ways, then link to a good definition. The goal is to shine a light on the wonderful vocabulary of IJ and inspire retention of ~50 interesting words/phrases by the end of our read.

Today's "Word!"
"rictus" (p. 79)


ps- Sections that stood out for me this week: the Kate Gombert and Mario/Schtitt passages. What did you think?

Word! #1: "apocopes"

Hi all. I've decided to start a regular post called "Word!" My intent is simply to shine a light on some of the wonderful vocabulary employed by DFW in IJ. My plan is to select words or phrases--slightly or extremely unusual--used in compelling ways, then link to a good definition. My hope is to inspire the retention of ~50 interesting words/phrases by the end of our read.

Today's "Word!"
"apocopes" (p. 57, bottom)


ps- I loved the filmography footnote. Did you?