Words & Wordplay
Enquiry vs Inquiry
Inquiry is to make a formal inquest or investigation regarding something. Enquiry is to ask a question. |
Assume vs Presume
Presume means to believe something without significant proof. It can also mean to take up responsibilities or duties. Assume means to take something for granted without proper proof. It could also mean to take... |
Anything vs Everything
Anything means any one thing, while everything includes all things seen and unseen. ‘Anything’ means any one or two things out of list of things, while ‘everything’ means all the things on a list. |
Someone vs Somebody
‘Someone’ and ‘somebody’ can be interchanged in many contexts. ‘Someone’ is also assumed to be a bit more exclusive and formal, while ‘somebody’ sounds a bit informal. ‘Someone’ can refer a person who is... |
Looking vs Seeing
To look at something means to gaze your eyes upon or acknowledge its presence. In order to see, not only does one look at the object but he/she also understands it and pays attention to it. |