Comments on Word-wise: Usage tip: extended vs. extensive and the like

Folks, I'd like to add just one more example: ...

2011-06-13T22:29:11.473-04:00

Folks, I'd like to add just one more example: childlike vs. childish. This is one I used to use to explain the difference between connotation and denotation when I taught high school English.

Though by definition both words might mean "like a child," the first is used affectionately to imply innocence while the second is definitely not flattering, implying a certain inability to control emotions or think with reason.

Thanks for your comment, Ryan--and thanks for the ...

2011-06-13T22:25:23.233-04:00

Thanks for your comment, Ryan--and thanks for the great post suggestion!

Thanks for outlining these; this post cleared up a...

2011-05-27T23:29:53.055-04:00

Thanks for outlining these; this post cleared up any confusion!