demonstrate and illustrate
‘Illustrate’ means show or make something clearer (or more interesting) by using pictures or examples.
‘Demonstrate’ means show, explain or prove something through actions or evidence.
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kind, sort, and type
Often there’s no difference between these words. But good dictionaries point to some subtle differences. For example, we can’t use use ‘sort’ or ‘kind’ after a noun in a sentence like: ‘What is your blood type?’ Read more >>>
historic and historical
It was a historic moment. = an important moment in history. It is a historical novel. = a novel about a period in history. Compare ‘a historic event‘ (an event that changed history) and ‘a historical event’ (such as a parade in historical costumes) Read more >>>