Collecting Big Words

  "Usury" is a noun that refers to the illegal or unethical practice of charging excessive or unlawfully high interest rates on loans, especially to the extent that it exploits or takes advantage of the borrower. Etymology: The word "usury" has its roots in Latin, from "usura," meaning "interest" or "usury." It entered Old French as "usure" before being adopted into English in the late Middle Ages. Sample Sentences: The government imposed strict regulations to prevent the practice of usury by lenders. The loan shark was prosecuted for engaging in usury , exploiting vulnerable individuals in need of financial assistance. Religious texts often condemn the sin of usury , warning against exploiting others for financial gain. The community advocated for fair lending practices and campaigned against institutions involved in usury . Many countries have laws in place to protect consumers from falling victim to usurious lending pra...

  "Upbraid" is a verb that means to scold or criticize severely. It involves reproaching someone for their actions, expressing disapproval, or pointing out faults. Etymology: The word "upbraid" has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old English word "ūpbregdan," where "ūp" means "up" and "bregdan" means "to snatch" or "to move suddenly." Over time, its meaning evolved to include the sense of reproach. Sample Sentences: Sarah was upbraided by her teacher for not completing her assignments. The coach upbraided the players for their lack of teamwork during the game. Despite his good intentions, he was upbraided for the unintended consequences of his actions. The supervisor upbraided the employee for consistently missing deadlines. It is not constructive to constantly upbraid others without offering solutions or guidance. Synonyms: rebuke, reproach, berate Antonyms: praise, commend, encoura...

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  from  usus et fructus:  use and enjoyment "Usufruct" is a legal term describing the right to use and derive profit orr benefit from someone else's property without damaging or altering it. It involves enjoying the advantages of another's property as long as it is not permanently changed or destroyed. The term has Latin origins, derived from "usus" (use) and "fructus" (enjoyment). Here are five sample sentences using "usufruct": In the will, the landowner granted his niece the usufruct of his estate, allowing her to live on the property and use its resources. The company leased the factory under a usufruct agreement, enabling them to utilize the space for production without altering its structure. As per the terms of the contract, the artist retained the usufruct of the painting, receiving royalties for each reproduction sold. The temporary usufruct of the vehicle allowed the family to travel cross-country without assuming ownershi...