What’s the Past Participle? (Explanation & Usage)
The past participle is a form of a verb that can appear as an adjective, or be used to form specific tenses and the passive… Read More »What’s the Past Participle? (Explanation & Usage)
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Started Grammarflex(ing) in 2022—been a word nerd and writing enthusiast ever since. (BA, MA in phil).
Emigrate vs. Immigrate (Meaning + Examples)
Meaning of emigrate vs. immigrate To immigrate is the verb form of the noun immigrant; referring to someone that’s moved away from their birth country… Read More »Emigrate vs. Immigrate (Meaning + Examples)
Recurring vs. Reoccurring (Correct Usage, + Examples)
Did you have a recurring or reoccurring dream? If you’re finding the difference between these two words befuddling, then this post is for you. How… Read More »Recurring vs. Reoccurring (Correct Usage, + Examples)
What’s the Difference Between Nevertheless vs. Nonetheless?
Nevertheless vs. nonetheless Nevertheless vs. nonetheless are indeed similar words, and are synonyms that can be used in similar contexts. It’s no mystery people confuse… Read More »What’s the Difference Between Nevertheless vs. Nonetheless?
Assent or Ascent (or Accent?)
When to use assent, ascent and accent The differences between assent, ascent and accent: Assent may be a noun or a verb: the former refers… Read More »Assent or Ascent (or Accent?)
Devise or Device? (Meaning, Usage)
What’s the difference between device and devise? Devise is a verb meaning “to invent or plan”. Device is a noun that refers to “an object… Read More »Devise or Device? (Meaning, Usage)
Is “Paid” or “Payed” Correct?
What is the correct past tense of “pay”? The verb pay, which describes giving money to someone for something you want to buy or for… Read More »Is “Paid” or “Payed” Correct?
When to Use Amiable or Amicable?
Are amiable and amicable the same? Both amiable and amicable are adjectives, (i.e., describing words) that have to do with pleasant or friendly feelings. The… Read More »When to Use Amiable or Amicable?
Aggravate vs. Irritate (Correct Usage, + Examples)
How to use aggravate vs. irritate Aggravate (a verb) comes from the Latin aggravatus, which means to “to render more troublesome … to make heavy… Read More »Aggravate vs. Irritate (Correct Usage, + Examples)
Alternate vs. Alternative (Correct Usage, + Examples)
How should you use alternate and alternative? These words are not always interchangeable, though their meanings overlap as adjectives. The difference between alternate vs. alternative… Read More »Alternate vs. Alternative (Correct Usage, + Examples)