© Hans Norbert Janowski(*1938), deutscher Theologe, Publizist und Aphoristiker

Definition: (verb) To examine or explore by touching (an organ or area of the body), usually as a diagnostic aid. Synonyms: feel. Usage: The nurse palpated the patient's stomach but felt nothing out of the ordinary. Discuss

«Lavorare, misurandomi di volta in volta con esperienze diverse, mi pare fosse esattamente quello che desideravo. Il mio esempio sono gli uomini di spettacolo americani: cantanti, intrattenitori, attori, comici, ballerini, presentatori.» (Johnny Dorelli)

noun: Peace or settlement in which very harsh terms are imposed on the defeated side.

Eine Wahrheit kann erst wirken, wenn der Empfänger für sie reif ist. Christian MorgensternDeutscher Dichter, Schriftsteller und Übersetzer1871 – 1914

© Michael Scherr(*1973), Werbetexter und Aphoristiker

Definition: (adjective) Brash; undisguised. Synonyms: brazen, insolent, audacious, barefaced, bodacious, brassy. Usage: John's excuse for missing work was such a bald-faced lie that his boss immediately fired him. Discuss

noun: 1. A sanctuary. 2. A lawless place.

© peter e. schumacher(1941 – 2013), Aphorismensammler und Publizist

Definition: (adjective) Able to provide for or support oneself without the help of others. Synonyms: self-sustaining. Usage: A strong and self-reliant man, he had all his life ignored companionship, had been well content to live without friends, self-contained and self-sufficient. Discuss

«Si può concludere che il disegno altro non sia che un'apparente espressione e dichiarazione di ciò che si ha nell'animo.» (Giorgio Vasari)

Der Tod eines Mannes ist eine Tragödie, aber der Tod von Millionen nur eine Statistik. Josef StalinRussischer Diktator1878 – 1953

© Melanie Fechner(*1985), deutsche Philosophin

Definition: (noun) A chemical substance that destroys or inhibits the growth of fungi. Synonyms: antifungal, antimycotic. Usage: Dr. Johnson prescribed a fungicide to treat her patient's athlete's foot. Discuss

«In Italia il bambino ha soltanto il calcio, non sognerà mai qualcosa di diverso da uno stadio pieno e un pallone tra i piedi. Chiamiamo le cose con il loro nome: questa è dittatura.» (Fabio Cannavaro)