Moral and Ethical Ethics
We often hear the words ethics and morals used interchangeably or paired as if either meaning the same thing or…
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Negligence Is Not Negligible
Neglect and negligence are both nouns, but there is a difference in meaning. Neglect is an action that shows lack…
Hale, Hardy, and Hearty
If you’re hale, you’re well. And some people like to use the expression “hale and hearty.” That sounds right, doesn’t…
Here Lies—An Epithet or an Epitaph?
Here are a couple of closely related words that you don’t want to confuse: epitaph and epithet—especially when it comes…
Avenge and Revenge
When you want payback, are you after revenge or do you mean to avenge someone? Avenge and vengeance have to…
Alternating between Alternatives
There seems to be some confusion over the words alternate and alternative. Can they be used interchangeably? Does alternative involve…
Are You Predominantly Correct or Mistaken?
I sometimes hear or read sentences like “He predominately goes to that Starbuck’s.” That word is a mouthful, and because…
Are You Done or Finished?
A child pushes a plate away at the end of the meal and announces, “I’m done.” The well-intentioned but misinformed…
I Both Anticipate and Expect a Reaction
Two words that share similar nuances are anticipate and expect. Both mean “to look forward to.” But anticipate also carries the idea…
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