Lost Positives: Rediscovering Forgotten Words in the English Language

The video explores the concept of 'lost positives,' words that have fallen out of use in their positive form but remain in their negative form. It discusses examples like 'Nosant,' 'Ruthful,' 'Feck,' and 'Gorm,' and highlights imposters like 'Whelmed' and 'Inflammable.' The video also touches on the humorous use of these words in literature and encourages the revival of genuine lost positives.

What is a lost positive?

Explain the concept of 'lost positive imposters' as mentioned in the text.

Explain the term 'Nosant' and its historical context.

What does the word 'ruthful' mean?

Discuss the historical usage of the word 'gorm'.

What is the significance of the word 'inflammable' in relation to 'flammable'?

How does the word 'gruntled' relate to 'disgruntled'?

What does the term 'uncouth' mean and what is its origin?

Describe the evolution of the word 'couth'.

What is the meaning of 'defatigable' and how does it contrast with 'indefatigable'?