The custom of applying the word “laureate” to a Nobel Prize winner, however, may be younger than the prize itself. The Oxford English Dictionary documents the first description of a Nobel honoree in ...

A classicist explains the word’s roots in Ancient Greek victors winning crowns of laurel leaves Published: September 30, 2022 11:34am EDT Joel Christensen , Brandeis University ...

3 Ancient Greek Words That Will Help You Lead a Happy, Successful Modern Life. Science shows having more precise words for everyday experiences helps you navigate them better.