Centering and top shadow Side shadow repeat Texture The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows is a compendium of invented words written by John Koenig. Each original definition aims to fill a hole in the language—to give a name to emotions we all might experience but don’t yet have a word for. Email the author at obscuresorrows@gmail.com Watch the YouTube Series , with new episodes every other Sunday. Describe an emotion you need a word for here on tumblr . Or just follow along on twitter . Follow on facebook , to learn the etymologies and backstory behind each new definition. John Koenig is a graphic designer, editor, and voice performer from Minnesota, who currently lives in Amsterdam with his wife. His work has been acclaimed by New York Magazine , Washington Post Express , Business Insider , Jason Kottke , and the guys from Radiolab . All c...