Is it Rational or Rationale?
September 7, 2023
Rational (adjective) describes someone or something as reasonable. A rationale (noun) is to a reason behind something.
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What’s the Plural of Hero? Heros or Heroes?
August 26, 2023
Not all heroes wear capes, and yes, ‘heroes’ is the correct plural of hero.
Abstract Nouns vs. Concrete Nouns Explained
August 26, 2023
Things we can see, touch, feel and count are concrete nouns. Abstract nouns name nonphysical ideas, emotions, states and qualities, like empathy, justice and buddhism.
Cite, Site & Sight (Explained)
August 20, 2023
‘Cite’ typically means to “quote a passage”. A ‘site’ is a physical place or location, and ‘sight’ refers to the ability to see.
Compliment vs. Complement (Definition & Examples)
August 19, 2023
A compliment is an expression of flattery or admiration. A complement is “a thing that completes or brings to perfection”.
The Difference Between “Illicit” vs. “Elicit” Explained
August 19, 2023
Illicit is an adjective that describes something as unlawful, prohibited or morally frowned upon. Elicit is a verb that means to bring forth or draw
When to Use Averse vs. Adverse (The Difference, Examples)
August 18, 2023
Averse is used to describe someone’s personal feelings of dislike (or aversion) towards something. Adverse typically applies to negative events, effects, actions or outcomes.
Some of the Most Commonly Confused Words in English
August 18, 2023
Take a gander through this list of commonly confused homophones in English. Do you know the difference between ‘advice’ and ‘advise’, or ‘allusion’ and ‘illusion’?
The Difference Between Principle and Principal
August 17, 2023
Principle is a noun that means “a comprehensive and fundamental law, doctrine, or assumption”. Principal is an adjective and a noun that refers to the