Should I use “advent” or “in the event”? “Uppermost” or “uttermost”? What’s the difference between them? A recurring mistake with many writers is the improper use of seemingly interchangeable words or phrases. Be careful that you’re describing exactly what you mean to say to your readers.
Advent vs. In The Event
Advent: coming into being or use, as in “the advent of winter” or “the advent of electricity”
In the event: if, as in “In the event that Grandma shows up, we should have some coffee available.”
Uppermost vs. Uttermost
Uppermost: adverb or adjective meaning in or into the highest or most prominent position, as in “the uppermost layer” or “her illness was uppermost in their minds”
Uttermost (or Utmost): adjective meaning situated at the farthest or most distant point, as in “the utmost peak of the mountain” or of the highest degree, quantity, number, or amount, as in “a matter of utmost concern.”
Still mixing up “advent” and “in the event”? “Uppermost” or “uttermost”? Writer’s Relief proofreaders can help.
Two more commonly misused words: presume and assume
I believe the most commonly misused word in the English language is the almost universal substitution of ‘may’ for ‘might’ Feel free to correct me if I’m wrong.
EBL