It is a word, indeed, and words, over time, take on added meanings. I use plenty of words that are even of my own creation. So does my husband. But will any of these words (or new takes on words) catch on with others? I don't know. Was it to you, Wild Coyote, that I sent a PM that mentioned that my husband won a contest held by NY Times' Wordsmith? Part of the contest was for people to submit new "political-related words for the English language.

Given the reaction to my use of hyperthymic personality, I will stop using that as I did. I fully understand that incorrect usages can cause confusion or offense. Think of how way too many people say "Jodie is acting so bipolar!" when they really mean she's fickle, but doesn't really have an official DSM diagnosis of bipolar affective disorder.