Law, Political Theory and Psychological Science
Posts tagged Wordiness
Can or May? Which to use?
Jan 1st
Can applies directly to what is possible, while may connotes to what is permissible.
Example: An individual can break the law, but he may not..
Amoral or Immoral?
Jan 1st
The word immoral connotes an expression of evil.
Example: To incite killing is crass, repugnant and immoral by all civilised society.The word amoral connotes neither moral nor immoral underpinnings.
Example: The man committed the crime without concern, which openly showed his amoral judgment.Complacent verse Complaisant?
Jan 1st
Complacent means smugness and uncritical satisfaction with oneself.
Example: The footballers had won so many games that they now felt complacent with their skills.Complaisant means a cheerful willingness to serve or commit favours for others.
Example: Although the man was poor, he sought complaisance to help those in need.





