Confusing Words Archives

As if vs As though

Either phrase is acceptable, but grammarians prefer as though.

An artery carries blood from the heart to other parts of the body while a vein carries blood to the heart.

As is a conjunction and is followed by a subject and verb.

Artisan refers to one skilled in a trade.

Articulate refers to enunciating clearly and effectively.

Arthroscopic is the correct word.

Artful means skillful or clever.

Arrhythmic refers to lacking rhythm or the regularity of rhythm.

Arrant means confirmed, downright, or extreme.

Arraignment is formally calling a defendant to answer a charge.

Around should refer to a physical proximity or surrounding.

Aroma refers to a pleasing smell (cake’s aroma), and odor (a kitchen’s foul odor) refers to an unpleasant smell.