Learn when to use makeshift for a rough substitute, improvised for something unplanned, and stopgap for a temporary measure.
100 Best Synonyms for “Exclude”
Need a sharper word than exclude? This list of 100 synonyms helps you find the perfect fit, with a few especially useful surprises inside.
100 Best Synonyms for “Norm”
Find 100 sharp synonyms for norm, from standard and rule to custom and benchmark. Make your writing clearer, fresher, and more precise.
100 Best Synonyms for “Shown”
Need a sharper word than shown? This list of 100 synonyms reveals options for every tone, from formal to vivid, with some surprises too.
How weird changed from fate to strange
“Weird” once meant fate or destiny. Its meaning shifted over time, and Shakespeare preserves the older sense in the Weird Sisters.