There are several instances when brackets are necessary. Use brackets, not parentheses, to clarify or add to an original quote. Use brackets as parentheses within parentheses. This is typically used in bibliographic references. Use brackets to show the pronunciation of a word. Use brackets surrounding sic and italicize it. (Sic is used to indicate that what is written […]
Words can be confusing. There are thousands of words in the English language, and changing one letter can completely change the meaning. So learn the meaning of the words that may confuse you: Adverse vs. Averse Uninterested vs. Disinterested Suppose vs. Supposed Oriented vs. Orientated Democratic Party vs. Democrat Party Let’s discuss adverse and averse. A ‘d’ is […]
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