behind one’s time— 1. after the usual or proper time: Master Gammon was half an hour behind his time for bed, and had dropped asleep in his chair. 2. using things not in style; following old ways: I started to think that either Ben had been so ahead of his time when he first came […]
Display vs Parade vs Array vs Pomp
Display, parade, array, pomp are comparable when denoting a striking or spectacular show or exhibition for the sake of effect.
Disorder vs Derange vs Disarrange vs Disorganize vs Unsettle vs Disturb
Disorder, derange, disarrange, disorganize, unsettle, disturb are comparable when they mean to undo the fixed or proper order of something.
Difference between Before Christ and Before God
before Christ—(abbreviated B.C.) before the Christian era (of a date calculated backwards from the birth of Christ): Morrison mentions a dictionary in the Chinese language as having been compiled 1100 years before Christ. before God—(used as a solemn declaration) as God sees me; as God is my witness: “I will bring up your son as […]
Difference between Beefeater and Meat eater
Beefeater—(UK) 1. one of the Warders of the Tower of London: The Beefeaters at the Tower wear the costume of Henry VIIth’s body-guard. 2. an officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch: In order to become a Beefeater, you must have an unblemished conduct record. meat eater—(U.S. sl.) a corrupt policeman: Meat eaters […]
Document vs Monument vs Record vs Archive
Document, monument, record, archive denote something preserved and serving as evidence (as of an event, a situation, or the thought of its time).
Difference between Beef-tea and Meat tea
beef-tea—juice of beef strained off after cooking in water (given as stimulating food to people who are ill): Miss Lawson tiptoed into the room, carrying a cup of beef-tea. meat tea —(also: meat-tea) a meal taken between lunch and supper with some kind of meat dish included: This high occasion was to be celebrated by […]
Dismiss vs Discharge vs Cashier vs Drop vs Sack vs Fire vs Bounce
Dismiss, discharge, cashier, drop, sack, fire, bounce are comparable when they mean to let go from one’s employ or service. Dismiss basically denotes a giving permission to go.
Difference between Evacuee and Refugee
Evacuee refers to a person removed from a dangerous area. Many evacuees spent the night at a school during the storm. Refugee refers to a person who flees for refuge or safety. The refugee fled from the war and left his home country behind.
Difference between Euphemism and Euphuism
Euphemism is an inoffensive word or phrase substituted for an offensive word or phrase. The phrase “previously owned” is a euphemism for “used”. Euphuism is a style of prose from the Elizabethan period. His writing style contrasts with the ornate style of euphuism.
Difference between Beef head (UK) and Beef head (U.S.)
beef head (UK)—(sl.) a slow witted person: You may look all hot and sexy, but with that attitude you’ll only end up with a beef head of a partner. beef head (U.S.)—(sl.) a resident of Texas: A resident of Texas was called a “Beef-Head” by at least 1869. The name is related to Texas’s famous […]
Dismay vs Appall vs Horrify vs Daunt
Dismay, appall, horrify, daunt mean to unnerve and check or deter by arousing fear, apprehension, or aversion.