Thesaurus wrecks.

Merit badge: dinosaur reading from thesaurus-- eat, sup, devour, consume, nom

Wherefore avail oneself of an uncomplicated appellation whereas oneself possesses the ability to behold heavenward an additionally flamboyant linguistic unit?

Translation: Why use a simple word when you can look up a fancier one?

The “thesaurus wrecks” merit badge is for those of you who thought it sounded better the first way. Good luck with that. (Or should I say “irreproachable serendipity”?)

Part of the merit badges for writers series. The badge may be posted on your site or blog. Tell us why you’ve earned (or will never earn) it in the comments.

P.S. Thanks once again to Elle. DINOSAURS! RAWR!

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