"'Literally' When They Mean 'Legitimately:'" And 25 Other Commonly Misused Words And Phrases

“You keep on using this word. I do not think it means what you think it means.”

While the original meaning of "unique" is an absolute adjective, the word has evolved in the language, and modifiers such as "really" are acceptable.

Anyway" is grammatically correct, but "anyways" is used colloquially.

Their: belonging to or associated with another person

While the original meaning of "decimate" was to reduce by 10%, the word has evolved in the language to become synonymous with devastate.

"Irregardless" is in dictionaries, but it is a nonstandard word.

Defiantly: in a manner that shows open resistance or disobedience

Irony: words, actions, or situations that are the opposite of expectation, therefore creating a funny or notable contrast. 

Mortified: extreme shame or embarrassment

Jealousy: worry that someone will take what you have (seeing someone flirt with your partner)

Envy: wanting what someone else has (you're flirting with someone's partner)

Wanton: unrestrained in one's behavior and actions, usually in a sexual manner

Wonton: Chinese dumplings (Author's note: 10/10 love them)

Clothes: garments such as shirts or pants

Balling: slang for playing basketball or living lavishly

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