DEFINITION: n., A syndrome afflicting the recently separated in which the “ex” (i.e. ex-boyfriend, ex-girlfriend, ex-husband, or even an ex-mother-in-law) appears to be more attractive than ever before.
VERBOTICISMS: (Invented words created by the Verbotomy Writers)
Exappeal: /eks-ah-peel/ Even though he had “been there, done that,” he was no match for her exappeal. Etymology: Eh, this word’s kinda obvious – I found a sappy book with this title… if I think of something better, I’ll change it if I can. Created by: purpleartichokes.
Exaspiration: /ex-ass-pur-ay-shun/ According to the grass is even greener theory, exaspiration occurs when someone else is interested in your ex, which in turn rekindles your desire. Etymology: ex + aspiration (desire) (not to be confused with exasperation, which you’re feeling right now if you’re reading this) Created by: Jabberwocky.
Buhbyepolar: /buh-bahy-poh-ler/ Joe could hardly stand her before they broke up, but now can’t keep his eyes off of her. He’s buh-byepolar. Etymology: Buh-bye as in “See ya…don’t let the door hit you in the ass!” + bipolar as in “bipolar disorder” Created by: ScrabbledEgg.
Exfatuation: /ex-fat-you-ayshun/ Barbara always rushed to break up with her partners because the rush of the exfatuation was much more thrilling. She was perpetually exfixed. Etymology: ex + infatuation Created by: petaj.
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