Fashion & Beauty
What Does “Sweatshop-Free” Mean?
In a study, most people responded saying they would happily pay up to 15% more for sweatshop-free clothing.
Ever wondered what a word really means?
Explore fascinating facts about word definitions, unusual terms, and the surprising meanings behind everyday vocabulary.
Fashion & Beauty
What Does “Sweatshop-Free” Mean?
In a study, most people responded saying they would happily pay up to 15% more for sweatshop-free clothing.
Language & Literature
The Surprising History of Schadenfreude
Did you know the word Schadenfreude is defined as the “malicious enjoyment of the misfortunes of others”?
Language & Literature
Factoid Vs Factlet – What’s The Difference?
A "factoid" is a piece of brief or trivial information or news that is false but presented as a fact.
Fashion & Beauty
Vestiphobia – The Fear of Clothing
Soldiers and other people with a history of working in the military have been known to develop vestiphobia.
Religion & Beliefs
Prayer and Meditation – The Main Differences
Both prayer and meditation use the mind. They both are concentrated thoughts, but their goals are different.
Language & Literature
Meaning of the Word Apodyopsis
Despite being a word not found in modern dictionaries, Apodyopsis is derived from Ancient Greek.
Animals & Wildlife
Names for Groups of Animals
Did you know that the collective name for a group of foxes is known as a charm?
Food & Drink
Differences Between Chewing Gum And Bubble Gum
Chewing gum goes as far back as the Ancient Greeks and the Mayans; they chewed natural plants like masticas & chicle.