Vocal Fry is a way of speaking that sounds low and raspy. A more technical description is that it’s “a...
Vocabulary
Uptalk Speech Pattern
Uptalk is a way of speaking where a high intonation is added at the end of a sentence. This can...
Vocabulary
Catchphrase
A slogan associated with a person or character.
Vocabulary
Matter
Matter signifies importance, significance, or relevancy. For example: In the following idiomatic expression, matter connotes a deteriorating situation that is...
Vocabulary
Counter / Count
The meaning of counter and count fluctuates in English. Here are several iterations of each term: Numerical (Noun/Verb) I am...
Vocabulary
Latinx
Latinx refers to people of Latin American descent who live in the United States.* As an adjective, it can also...
Vocabulary
Imagery
NOUN A descriptive form of writing or speaking that is visual or figurative. Consider the following scenario: I would like...
Vocabulary
Exodus
NOUN A major deportation or departure involving several people.
After the exodus, we sought refuge in a neighboring country.
Vocabulary
Literary
ADJECTIVE A place, person, object, or concept associated with writing, studying literature, or appreciating written texts. This city is a...
