Today's Words: Credo, Brume and Folderol

Credo

(kree-doh) Noun

a system of principles or beliefs

More about Credo

First used between 1150–1200.
From Latin, it literally means “I believe.” credible 
The first word of the Apostles’ and Nicene Creeds in Latin: “Credo in Deum Patrem omnipotentem, Creatorem caeli et terrae…”

Examples of Credo

The company’s credo, “customer first,” guides every decision they make.

She lived by the credo that hard work and perseverance would lead to success.

Brume

(broom) Noun

mist; fog

More about Brume

First used in English between 1800–10.

From the French for “fog” and Old French for “wintertime,” brume comes from the Latin bruma meaning “winter” and “winter solstice.” It’s a contraction of the word brevissima with the root brevis, “short,” referring to the winter solstice as the shortest day of the year.

Examples of Brume

She loved the way the brume settled over the fields, creating a tranquil and mysterious atmosphere.

The lighthouse’s beam cut through the brume, guiding ships safely to shore.

Folderol

(fol-duh-rol) Noun

mere nonsense; foolish talk or ideas

More about Folderol

First recorded in 1695–1705.

Originally referred to as a nonsense refrain in songs; of obscure origin.

Examples of Folderol

The article was filled with folderol, lacking any serious research or evidence.

The politician’s speech was criticized as folderol, offering plenty of charm but no real policy.

Inputs Courtesy: Dictionary.com