2 definitions by alyery
The ability or phenomenon to utter words or sounds of a language unknown to the speaker, especially as an expression of religious ecstasy. Also called glossolalia, speaking in tongues.
The parishioners speak in tongues
by alyery June 15, 2009
If you fall from grace, you do something that results in a loss of respect and support, especially among those who influence your life or career.
to relapse into sin or disfavor.
to lose favor; be discredited
to relapse into sin or disfavor.
to lose favor; be discredited
# The company's vice-president was expected to take over the company until he fell from grace after being arrested for stealing company funds.
# It's been sad watching so many athletes fall from grace and have their records deleted from the record books for taking performance-enhancing drugs like steroids.
# He fell from grace when the boss found out he had lied.
# It's been sad watching so many athletes fall from grace and have their records deleted from the record books for taking performance-enhancing drugs like steroids.
# He fell from grace when the boss found out he had lied.
by alyery June 10, 2009