Grammar
10 contronyms you use every day
Did you know there’s a name for words that have opposite meanings? They’re called contronyms, and chances are you use them more often than you think.
Jennifer Freeman
Blog
9 slang terms you need to stop saying
Slang words can help you connect with others if you’re aware of their context, but some popular terms are best left out of your vocabulary.
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6 seasonal phrases for fall
The next time you want to describe autumn as your favorite season, try to work one of these fall favorites into the conversation.
Grammar
The curious case of the dangling modifier
What is a dangling modifier? Good writers will check for dangling modifiers and clear up any confusion in their writing.
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10 words you need to know for back-to-school
Scroll through this vocabulary list of back-to-school words, and you’ll be able to kick off the school year by impressing your instructors with your lexicon (vocabulary).
Blog
7 words that were invented in the age of smartphones
These seven words were invented to accommodate for phenomena that didn’t exist before the age of smartphones that we now live in.
History
Why do we drive on the parkway but park in a driveway?
One of the conundrums of the English language, parkway and driveway are examples of words that don’t quite make sense, but we understand and use them all the same.
Grammar
What is an idiom?
Idioms are an example of figurative language, and while they add a lot of color to conversation or writing, they can often be difficult to understand if you’re not familiar with the language.
Grammar
Deciphering pronunciation symbols
Sometimes dictionaries use a phonetic pronunciation, or their own version of a pronunciation guide. Let’s take a look at deciphering IPA, the most commonly used standard pronunciation guide.
Slang
9 Words Only Members Of Gen Z Will Understand
The internet’s lexicon is home to an ever-growing list of slang terms with plenty of recent additions by the growing Gen Z population. Here’s a roundup of nine words you’re likely to hear in the presence of any Gen Z-er.
History
History of the modern dictionary
Most people don’t have a dog-eared copy of a dictionary on their desk anymore, and word lovers and learners are turning to the internet. Let’s take a look back at how the English dictionary has evolved over the years.
Slang
The Loo or the Water Closet? What people call the bathroom around the world
Let’s take a look at what people around the world call the bathroom. The next time you’re traveling abroad, you’ll have no problem finding the nearest washroom.