(pronounced par-eh-pa-TEH-tick)
This multi-syllabic word can be used as a noun, but you’ll see it most as an adjective. Though it originated as meaning one who follows the Greek philosopher Aristotle, we use it today
(pronounced PER-kweh-zeht)
This noun means a benefit, gain, or earnings supplementary to regular salary or pay, but it can also mean a tip or gratuity.
Example: One
(pronounced per-SPEHK-tiv)
We all need a healthy does of perspective, but in this case we’re talking about a drawing that is drawn with perspective, which, to confuse you further, is actually referred to as a
(pronounced FAN-tehm lohd)
See plug load, vampire electronics.
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