So I'm typing my novel outline into Word this afternoon and I type the word "snarky", because it is a word I use with great frequency, and GET THIS: Word does not give it an obnoxious red underline to call attention to the fact that IT'S NOT A REAL WORD.
I am left with conflicting emotions on this subject.
One one hand, it is awesome that "snarky" is now recognized as a real word. (Even though the Blogger editor is giving it the annoying red underline as I type. Apparently Blogger is not as advanced in their "real world dictionary" as Microsoft. Sorry, Blogger.) Look, here's the MS Word definition of "snarky": sarcastically critical or mocking and malicious. Totally spot on.
On the other hand, I was completely convinced that I had invented the word "snarky". This is either not at all true, or I am receiving absolutely no credit for my part in adding to the English language.
I continue to push aside the debris of broken dreams as I make my way through this lonely life.
Sigh.
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3 years ago
I think they just forgot to give you credit; the Urban Dictionary didn't forget:
ReplyDeleteSNARKY
Pronunciation: \ˈsnär-kē\
Adjective - Any language that contains quips or comments containing sarcastic or satirical witticisms intended as blunt irony. Usually delivered in a manner that is somewhat abrupt and out of context and intended to stun and amuse. Origin: Nancy Block circa 2008