Exploring Weird and Wonderful Words with Susie Dent and Rob: A Linguistic Adventure

In this video, Rob and Susie Dent explore ten unusual words from the English language. Susie shares her top five words, including 'confilicity' and 'thunder plump', while Rob presents his own selection, such as 'Bubba' and 'Cacafuego'. The video aims to enrich viewers' vocabulary with unique and lesser-known words, encouraging their use in everyday language.

Who is the guest featured in the video known for her expertise in etymology?

• Neil Gaiman

• Stephen Fry

• Susie Dent

• J.K. Rowling

What does the word 'Confilicity' mean?

• Fear of thunder

• Joy in other people's happiness

• A type of dance

• A sudden downpour

What activity does 'Scurry Funging' describe?

• Cooking a large meal

• Running in the rain

• Writing a letter

• Tidying up quickly before guests arrive

What is an 'Ultra Crepedarian'?

• A person who speaks on topics they know nothing about

• A musical instrument

• A type of shoe

• A rare bird species

What does the word 'Respare' signify?

• A type of fruit

• A musical note

• Fresh hope and recovery from despair

• A type of fabric

What is a 'Thunder Plump'?

• A sudden, heavy downpour

• A type of fruit

• A loud noise

• A type of dance

What does the term 'Bubba' refer to?

• A type of bread

• A small animal

• A type of dance

• A person who steals tableware from pubs

What is the meaning of 'Cacafuego'?

• A musical instrument

• A rare flower

• A type of ship

• A blustering bragger

What profession does 'Nim Gimmer' refer to?

• A doctor or apothecary

• A musician

• A chef

• A sailor

What does 'Twitterpated' mean?

• Feeling angry

• Being confused

• Being love-struck or infatuated

• Feeling sleepy