What Does It Really Mean

Words help us communicate with each other. There’s no world-shattering news there. Aside from writers and readers, most of us live day to day without even considering the power words can wield—eloquence, encouragement, consolation, insult.
So, this week, I’m sharing more of the interesting links I’ve found in my quest of using and spelling words correctly. I hope they will entertain and be helpful.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Nothing is perfect.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/when-things-go-wrong-error-mistake-haywire/haywire
Describe that imperfection in a more refined way.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/8-nicer-ways-to-say-stupid/anserine
Throw in some pepper if you’re not feeling refined.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/hell-and-devil-word-histories/hell
Oxford Dictionary
Break through some confusion.
https://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2015/10/confusing-words-cartoons/
There’s more to it.
https://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2017/07/diluted-adjectives/
“N” who knew?
https://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2014/11/metanalysis/
Dictionary.com
How about some new words...
http://www.dictionary.com/e/basics-missing-from-english/
... as opposed to tired clichés?
http://www.dictionary.com/e/s/uninspired-cliches-avoid/#uninspired-cliches
It’s helpful to know what not to say too.
http://www.dictionary.com/e/s/bad-work-phrases/#dont-even
Happy Writing!