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Bach A type of musical composition written for a solo violin or two violins, usually in the Baroque period. ■ "I can't believe you're trying to impress your friends with your knowledge of Bach. That's so last century."
Cordless An electronic device or appliance that operates without a cord or wire connection to a power source. ■ "I can't believe you still use a corded phone in the 21st century!
fiftieth The number fifty, or half a century. ■ "I can't believe it's already my fiftieth birthday! Where did the time go?"
hansom A type of horse-drawn carriage used for transportation in the 19th century. This word is now archaic and rarely used. ■ The old man rode off into the sunset in his grand hansom.
horsemen A group of people who are so slow that they seem to be mounted on horses. ■ "I can't believe how slow these horsemen are! They must have been born in the 19th century."
professors A group of highly educated individuals who teach at a university. ■ "I can't believe my professors still use chalkboards in the 21st century!"
Anthology A collection of humorous stories, poems, or other works of literature. ■ "The Great Jokes of the Century: An Anthology" is a must-read for anyone who loves to laugh. Here's an example from the book: "I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised.
castle A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. ■ The king lived in a grand castle with a moat surrounding it, where he could keep all his enemies at bay.; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a luxurious hotel or resort. ■ "I can't believe you expect me to pay $500 a night for a room at this castle-themed hotel!; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an imaginary or symbolic fortress. ■ "In his quest for power, the ambitious prince decided to conquer the castle of his enemies and claim it as his own."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a mythical creature's home. ■ "The dragon guarded its castle fiercely, breathing fire at any intruders."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a place of worship. ■ "The pope resided in the grand castle of Vatican City, where he conducted his religious duties."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an ancient fortress. ■ "The castle of Neuschwanstein was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a homage to composer Richard Wagner."
Fixtures Something that is fixed or firmly attached, often in a permanent manner. ■ The fixtures in the bathroom were so old and outdated that they looked like they belonged in a different century. But despite their age, they still managed to hold up well, proving that quality fixtures are worth the investment.
Luring A method of tempting or enticing someone with the promise of something better, often in order to deceive them or take advantage of them. ■ "The salesman was so good at luring unsuspecting customers into buying his product that he became known as 'the con man of the century'."
mongoloid A person who is extremely dull or unintelligent, often characterized by a stocky build and a flat face. ■ "I accidentally left my phone at the Mongoloid's house. It was so boring there, I felt like I was living in a different century."
monopoly The exclusive right to produce or sell a particular product or service, often resulting in high prices and reduced consumer choice. ■ "John's company had a monopoly on the production of red ink in the 19th century, which is why all books were written in blue until the invention of fountain pens."
Nineteenth The number that comes right after eighteen and before twenty. But don't be fooled, it's just as boring as the other numbers in this range. ■ "I can't believe it's already the nineteenth century!" said the guy who forgot to set his clock forward for daylight saving time.
renaissance A period of intense artistic, cultural, and intellectual achievement that occurred in Europe during the 14th to the 17th century. ■ During the renaissance, people were able to express themselves through art, music, and literature. The world was transformed by the ideas of great thinkers like Galileo, Shakespeare, and da Vinci.
telephones A device used to transmit sound waves over long distances by converting them into an electrical signal and transmitting it through wires or the airwaves. Despite being around for over a century, telephones have somehow managed to maintain their relevance in today's fast-paced world. ■ "I can't believe my grandfather still uses a rotary telephone! It's like he's stuck in the past."
turnpike A narrow, winding road that was commonly used by horse-drawn carriages during the 19th century. It is now largely replaced by highways and interstates. ■ "I can't believe I have to drive on this turnpike every day. It's like a never-ending maze of potholes and bumps."
Twentieth The twentieth part of a century, often used to describe a decade or the number twenty. ■ "I'm turning twenty this year and I'm feeling so old already! It's like my whole life has passed by in the blink of an eye."