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A.Word.A.Day--thespian Pronunciation: WAV or RealAudio thespian (THES-pee-uhn) adjective 1. Of or relating to drama; dramatic. 2. Thespian. Of or relating to Thespis. noun An actor or actress. [From Thespis, Greek poet (sixth century B.C.), who reputedly originated Greek tragedy.] "Young songbirds, dancers and thespians will take the stage Saturday to compete in the 16th annual Heritage Arts Center Association's Spotlight on Talent contest." Maria Victoria Ayarza, Youngsters to display their talent, The Tampa Tribune, Apr 16, 1999. This week's theme: eponyms derived from fact and fiction. X-Bonus It's all right to have butterflies in your stomach. Just get them to fly in formation. -Dr. Rob Gilbert

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