
prepositions - Is it "described in" or "described on"? - English ...
Mar 20, 2014 · When used alongside the word 'described', the preposition 'in' would be the equivalent of either 'via' or 'inside'. So, in the example you've given, the correct answer is 'in', …
word choice - "Describe with" vs. "describe by" - English Language ...
May 30, 2015 · However, this case is different: The input is best described by an exponential function. You were correct in using by here. However, in this case it's crucial that this is …
Word for Thing Being Described? - English Language & Usage …
Jul 5, 2015 · The descriptor is the term that describes something. Is there a word for that which is being described? Many English words exist that have this "affected-affector" relationship. For …
psychology - Is there a word to describe someone who is …
Mar 30, 2024 · There are multiple words and phrases that could be applicable to such behavior or to the person exhibiting it, but I don't think there is a single word or a short phrase that sums …
adjectives - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Jul 27, 2024 · Members of the group referred to themselves as Luddites, self-described followers of "Ned Ludd", a mythical weaver whose name was used as a pseudonym in threatening …
Is there a single word or short-phrase for: Something ugly or …
Feb 18, 2023 · Is there a single word or short-phrase for: Something ugly or horrific described perfectly Ask Question Asked 2 years, 10 months ago Modified 2 years, 10 months ago
obscure terms - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Feb 4, 2017 · The first is simply "indescribable", which cannot be described because it's too unusual or extreme. You can also try "undefinable", that is, not able to be defined or described …
Can a person be described as being "ill read"?
Apr 14, 2011 · I recently read a comment disparaging an individual as being "ill read" as opposed to well-read. Is this an accepted usage?
Can a graduating class be described as the "15th Batch"?
Jun 4, 2023 · Is it correct to describe a group of students who has graduated from school as "15th Batch". It seems that the group has spent 15 years in the school. I saw the …
expressions - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Sep 5, 2021 · What is it called when you use one, very specific example/description which implicitly includes lots of other things, for example when you are describing a person? I'm not …