Word of the Day: Algora

algora (al' gər ə), n., pl. -orae (-ə rē'). an event featuring a ridiculously overpaid speaker who spreads fear and platitudes among the audience: Welcome to the algora. The end of the world is nigh! But if you give me your money and follow my orders, there's an outside chance I can save you. [2008; Al Gore + agora]