Have you ever noticed that some people can say "good morning" and it has an ugly nuance, while others can say the same words in a way that makes you want to hug them?

 

If you look closely, their eyes and mouth will often tell you which you want to do to them.  When writing, it is almost impossible to tell which it is.

 

Words are fluid, and can have many meanings.  It depends on how you string them together.

 

Take for instance the word mad.  It can mean crazy (insane) or it can be a degree of anger.  There is also upset,  irate, irked, angry, etc.   It is all a matter of degree.   If you want to drive your point home, it is imperative that you choose the correct word.

 

Our language is geting sloppy with the advent of 'text speak'.  I hate to see this, as it dilutes a rich tapestry of words.  Teachers are seeing it crop up in English class.  I certainly hope the teachers do not allow it to continue.

 

Just think of all the words that have similar meeanings, but to different degrees.  Happy, elated, joyful, blissful and the list goes on!

 

And when we speak to others,  our tone of voice shows our attitude.  If we are overly harsh in our words, but gentle in our tone, we contradict ourselves.  If we think before we speak, we can convey the thoughts the way we wish them to be received.