cacoethes

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cacoethes Meaning of "cacoethes"

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Definition(s):

  • (n) an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action

Synonym(s)

passion

Usage(s):

  • Most of us suffer in some degree From cacoethes loquendi, Yet some who deplore it at length seem to be Afflicted with ditto scribendi.
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