Welcome to John T. Hope's 'Word of the Day', a blog designed to explore the rhythm and meaning embedded in language. We aim to offer clarity, inspiration, and a fresh perspective, one word at a time.
Our 'Word of the Day' blog is crafted for a diverse audience—curious citizens, students, language enthusiasts, creative practitioners, spiritual seekers, community organisers, and the general public—anyone seeking a spark of insight or a linguistic lift. We hope to offer grounding and uplift through carefully selected words.
Our style is informal and rhythmic, like a spoken word piece or DJ intro, yet poetically educational, where etymology meets metaphor. We aim for humour when apt, with light parables and playful twists that lift the mood. Ultimately, we envision words as tools for group rhythm, emotional tone-setting, and shared contemplation, accessible to everyday users in Harringay, the UK, and beyond.
We feature a mix of words: obscure and poetic terms like *susurrus* and *numinous*, commonly misused words for clarity, civic and emotional anchors for group rhythm, multicultural and urban vernacular, and everyday words reframed to reveal layered meaning. Expect weekly themes, user suggestions, and selections based on sound and symbol.
Definition:Resonance is the deep, echoing response that occurs when something, be it a sound, a thought, or a presence, vibrates in harmony with another. It’s the invisible thread that links emotion to memory, idea to action, and spirit to signal. In physics, it’s the amplification of vibration; in poetry, it’s the feeling that lingers long after the words are gone.
Transmission (noun)From Latin transmittere, “to send across.”Core Meanings:• Sending or passing something onward:The act of conveying energy, information, or emotion from one place, person, or moment to another.• Broadcasting:A signal is sent through airwaves, cables, or digital space, such as radio, television, or the internet.• Inheritance or sharing:The transmission of knowledge, culture, or legacy across generations.• Mechanical function:In vehicles, the system that transfers power from the engine to the wheels makes movement possible.
Late 16th century, from at + tune , a reminder that attunement is both action and listening.
Information becomes wisdom when we learn to notice what others overlook.
Kindling Definition:The small, dry material that sparks a fire. Also: the act of igniting something latent, tender, or transformative.
After reading our 'Word of the Day' post, we encourage you to use the word creatively—in a sentence, poem, or conversation. Reflect and respond by leaving a comment or sharing a feeling, and spread the word with your friends and family. Submit words you'd like to see featured, and link the word to your group activities.
How does this word move you today? Use it, remix it, or pass it on. The rhythm is yours.
