Each word has its own unique (hi)story. While some are quite straightforward, others have undergone interesting, fascinating and sometimes unbelievable developments. In this category, you will find out more about word origins and facts about the history of dictionaries, among other things.
English is notoriously known for plucking words from other languages and throwing them into its lexicon. These terms would constitute an endless list, and although we can’t go through each one, we compiled 15 loanwords used in everyday English.
“Juxtaposition” may sound like gibberish to those who aren’t familiar with the term, but it’s a popular technique writers use for rhetorical effect. We’ll teach you what it means, and how you can use it to transform your writing from boring to captivating.
The difference between homophones and homographs can be easily explained. However, things start getting a bit more complicated when it comes to homonyms. But don’t worry; below, we’ll elaborate on what these three terms mean and provide examples of each.
