It’s the holiday season, y’all! The new year is upon us. One of the topics that will not go out of style next year—one that will remain a constant—is the importance of words.
Words still matter. And they’re still being misused (e.g., affect/effect, complement/compliment). If you’re not sure of the correct form, look it up before you speak or write. Sometimes, however, verbal or written explanations don’t provide enough clarification.
This is the second installment of Words Matter. You can find the first here. This one focuses more on helping you write the right words and phrases.
If you’re a visual learner, perhaps these images will help you make the appropriate connections and get these words right 100 percent of the time.
My challenge to you for 2018: choose your words carefully.
Which words to you hear or see misused often?
