Mendacity refers to lying or dishonesty. An odor of mendacity hung over his testimony at the hearing. Mendicity means begging. This law curbs behavior such as mendicity.
Category: Confusing Words
Difference between Memento and Momento
Memento is a special remembrance or souvenir. Joe brought back a memento from England for his wife. Note: In Catholicism, memento refers to the Canon of the Mass. Momento is not a word.
Difference between Melody and Tune
A melody is a group of notes in a certain order that results in a nice sound. A tune is an easily remembered melody.
Difference between Media are and Media is
Media are is correct because media is the plural of medium. All the news media are covering the events of the trial.
Difference between Meddle and Mettle
Meddle means to interfere with something. We have no desire to meddle in the politics of our community. Mettle refers to the quality or strength of a person’s character. Rachel is being given a chance to prove her mettle and worth.
Difference between Meantime and Meanwhile
Both words refer to an intervening time. Meantime is commonly used as a noun. In the meantime, we continue to wait for another opportunity. Meanwhile is commonly used as an adverb. Meanwhile, we waited an extra hour for the children to arrive.
Difference between Mean and Mien
Mean, an adjective, means lacking kindness. Though the dog looks mean, he is just a playful puppy. Mien, a noun, refers to a person’s manner or appearance. Annie is known for her noble mien, virtue, and great appeal.
Difference between Mean and Median
Mean is the sum of all numbers in a group divided by the number of figures. It is commonly called the average. The arithmetic mean of 1, 5, and 6 is (1 + 5 + 6) ÷ 3 = 4. Median is the midpoint of a range of numbers. To find a median, write the […]
Difference between Mayoral and Mayoralty
Mayoral (an adjective) refers to matters concerning the officer (mayor) or the office. The mayoral election is in June, and it’s already contentious. Mayoralty (a noun) refers to the office or term of a mayor. Mr. Daily was well suited for the mayoralty.
Difference between May have and May of
May have is the correct phrase. As you may have heard by now, tonight’s class was cancelled.
Difference between May be and Maybe
May be is a verb phrase indicating possibility. On this matter, it may be necessary to ask for a second opinion. Maybe is an adverb meaning perhaps. Maybe the legal staff can resolve this issue within a few days.
Difference between Material and Materiel
Material is the substance from which something is composed. His new suit is made of a light blue silk material. Materiel is the equipment or supplies used by an organization. The convoy brought materiel to the base.