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Salacious vs. Salubrious
Salacious
Examples:
The novel was criticized for its salacious content.His salacious remarks made her uncomfortable.Salacious rumors circulated throughout the office.
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Salubrious
/səˈluːbriəs/Examples:
The seaside offers a salubrious climate for recovery.A salubrious lifestyle is key to prolonged health.The park's salubrious environment attracted many visitors.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Both words start with salu-, but their endings and meanings differentiate them.
- Salacious has a negative connotation, referring to something inappropriate or related to sexual desire.
- Salubrious has a positive connotation, often used to describe something health-giving or beneficial.
- Remember, salacious might sound similar to salivate; think of it as craving something inappropriate.
- On the other hand, salubrious can be linked to salute, which conveys good health and condition.
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