When reading a book, we often come across made-up words. They open us up to entirely new worlds and make us feel like we’re in a completely different place. Without made-up words, some stories, especially fantasy, wouldn’t be original or special. Authors like J.K. Rowling, Roald Dahl, and Lewis Carroll are famous for creating words. Here are eight of our favorites:
1) Scrumdiddlyumptious – The BFG by Roald Dahl
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Definition: Extremely satisfying
2) Snozzwangers – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Definition: A supposed dangerous beast
3) Horcrux – Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling
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Definition: An object used to hide a part of your soul with dark magic
4) Sploosh – Holes by Louis Sachar
Definition: A mushy food, maybe peaches
5) Heffalumps – The Adventures of Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne
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Definition: An exotic elephant
6) Grinch – How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss
Definition: Someone who isn’t particularly friendly
7) Bellyfeel – 1984 by George Orwell
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Definition: A gut feeling
8) Jabberwock – The Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll
Definition: A dragon-like beast with razor-sharp teeth and pointy claws
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