Words & Wordplay
Passage vs Paragraph
A paragraph is a bunch of sentences that are grouped together as they are usually about a similar topic. A Passage, on the other hand, is an excerpt from a text. This excerpt is basically a section of the text... |
Forthcoming vs Upcoming
The terms forthcoming and upcoming are synonymous for the most part. However, the term ‘forthcoming’ has a more broad range of definitions than ‘upcoming.’ In short, forthcoming means to bring forth or come... |
Bare vs Bear
The word ‘bare’ is an adjective which describes the state of being bare, i.e. of being exposed or lacking clothing. Being bare refers to being naked or lacking adornment. The word ‘bear’ is pretty obvious, it... |
Accept vs Except
Accept is a verb which means to agree to something. It can also mean to receive or take something, to receive it willingly. Except, however is completely different. It denotes that something has been excluded. |
Adverse vs Averse
Adverse refers to something that is harmful or unfavorable. An adverse object prevents success and development. It refers to something that acts against what is wanted or desired. Averse, on the other hand,... |