Archive for the ‘Dictionaries’ Category
It’s okay if you’re disinterested… (That may not mean what you think it does!)
January 31, 2012
I know it may seem like an odd hobby, but–for me–finding lists on the Web or in trade/specialty publications of misused words and terms is something I love to see. So, here’s PR Daily‘s list of “10 Words That Might Not Mean What you Think They Do,” which includes the real meaning of “disinterested.” It’s actually not the uncaring, uninterested insult many people think it is. It merely means “neutral, unbiased.” Aside from the legal implications of disinterested parties, sometimes we all need someone who is disinterested to provide some objective input!
Test Your Vocabulary Mettle With Merriam-Webster Name That Thing Quizzes!
January 23, 2012
Have a bit of fun vocabulary testing (or learning, as the case may be!) with Merriam-Webster’s free Name That Thing quizzes! http://www.merriam-webster.com/namethatthing/index.htm#quiz-top
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The top 25 grammar and language mistakes from PR Daily… something to pique (not peak!) your interest!
January 5, 2012
Start the new year right with better communications. Check out PR Daily’s list of the top 25 grammar and language mistakes to be sure you’re not committing any of those infractions! http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/10475.aspx
15 Words That Make Writers Swoon (From PR Daily)
December 14, 2011
Are you a victim of “workweek creep”?
September 6, 2010
It’s always interesting to get the day’s word (sometimes it’s a phrase) of the day from the extremely diverse Urban Dictionary. Today’s seems particularly apropos for a holiday as many of us may find ourselves working on a day that is supposed to be a day off from labors and appreciation of the labors of others. For those of us in the communications realm, I actually recommend you check out any words or phrases you may have any question about on the www.urbandictionary.com site as you may be surprised at some of the street/urban meanings for things you thought were pretty innocuous!
Here’s the definition for today:
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September 6: workweek creep
1) Constant connectivity via your smartphone and computer blurs the boundaries between your work life and your personal life.
2) Constant connectivity at work via e-mail & chat, results in so many interruptions that you cannot get blocks of time to do any thinking, resulting in you catching up on your work at home on nights and weekends.
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