Word of the Day: Ultimo

Can you pronounce ultimo?

Monday, July 1, 2024

adjective 1. Of last month. "Gretchen hoped this meeting would be more productive than the disastrous meeting ultimo." "Given that his birthday was the 16th ultimo, his birthstone must be an opal." "The letter was dated the 27th ultimo, but he couldn't recall sending it." Latin, late 16th century This word is derived from the Latin term "ultimo mense," which directly translates to "in the last month." The modern-day calendar used throughout most of the world is called the Gregorian calendar, and it took effect as a replacement for the Julian calendar in October 1582. The Gregorian calendar is solar, meaning it's based on the progression of the seasons and the Earth's orbit around the sun. ... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words?

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