My call for commonly mispronounced words and phrases has generated a response that has gone far beyond my initial request. I’m still hearing about women being called “guys” and several somewhat ...

What is the origin of ‘erudite’? “Erudite” comes from the Latin “eruditus,” the past participle of the verb “erudire,” which means “to instruct,” according to Merriam-Webster. According to Etymonline, ...

The professor’s erudite lectures drew students from every department. The author’s erudite prose can be challenging but deeply rewarding. The book club quickly turned into an erudite debate about the ...