In this thread, we will post examples of mnemonic devices we use to help remember the difference between two or more words that are easily confused, for one reason or another. It doesn't matter how wacky they are: As long as they help YOU remember stuff.
For example: Entomology vs. Etymology:
Entomology begins with the word "Ent". Ents are creatures in The Lord of the Rings who are giant walking trees, sort of analogous to stick insects. (The fact that ents don't really exist is besides the point.) If you can remember that connection, you can remember that entomology is the study of insects.
Etymology begins with "Ety" which sounds sort of like the web site Etsy. If you look at its HTML source in a browser, you will find it is made up of a bunch of words. Therefore, Etymology studies the sources of words.
For example: Entomology vs. Etymology:
Entomology begins with the word "Ent". Ents are creatures in The Lord of the Rings who are giant walking trees, sort of analogous to stick insects. (The fact that ents don't really exist is besides the point.) If you can remember that connection, you can remember that entomology is the study of insects.
Etymology begins with "Ety" which sounds sort of like the web site Etsy. If you look at its HTML source in a browser, you will find it is made up of a bunch of words. Therefore, Etymology studies the sources of words.
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