Thursday, January 13, 2011

Word of the Day

solemnity [səˈlɛmnɪtɪ]
noun
1. the state or quality of being solemn
2. (often plural) solemn ceremony, observance, celebration, etc.
3. (Law) Law a formality necessary to validate a deed, act, contract, etc.

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Antonym:

pep rally [pp rl]
Noun
1. - a rally (especially of students) before a game
mass meeting, rally - a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm

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