Misused Words

discreet / discrete
Discreet is an adjective that means prudent, circumspect, or modest: “Her discreet handling of the touchy situation put him at ease.” Discrete is an adjective that means separate or individually distinct: “Each company in the conglomerate operates as a discrete entity.”
few / less
Few is an adjective that means small in number. It is used with countable objects: “This department has few employees.”Less is an adjective that means small in amount or degree. It is used with objects of indivisible mass: “Which jar holds less water?”
disinterested / uninterested

Disinterested is an adjective that means unbiased or impartial: “We appealed to the disinterested mediator to facilitate the negotiations.” Uninterested is an adjective that means not interested or indifferent: “They seemed uninterested in our offer

Misused Words

discreet / discrete
Discreet is an adjective that means prudent, circumspect, or modest: “Her discreet handling of the touchy situation put him at ease.” Discrete is an adjective that means separate or individually distinct: “Each company in the conglomerate operates as a discrete entity.”
few / less
Few is an adjective that means small in number. It is used with countable objects: “This department has few employees.”Less is an adjective that means small in amount or degree. It is used with objects of indivisible mass: “Which jar holds less water?”
disinterested / uninterested

Disinterested is an adjective that means unbiased or impartial: “We appealed to the disinterested mediator to facilitate the negotiations.” Uninterested is an adjective that means not interested or indifferent: “They seemed uninterested in our offer

Is it selfish not to have a vasectomy?

Only 15,106 vasectomies were performed in 2011-12, compared with 37,700 in 2001-02.

There has been a 60% drop in vasectomies over the last 10 years, according to figures released by the NHS Information Centre and Hospital Episode Statistics – a development that some attribute to a growing trend towards second marriages later in life. By leaving contraception entirely up to their partners, are men who don't have the snip just being selfish?

Is it selfish not to have a vasectomy?

Only 15,106 vasectomies were performed in 2011-12, compared with 37,700 in 2001-02.

There has been a 60% drop in vasectomies over the last 10 years, according to figures released by the NHS Information Centre and Hospital Episode Statistics – a development that some attribute to a growing trend towards second marriages later in life. By leaving contraception entirely up to their partners, are men who don't have the snip just being selfish?

FACE UP TO THE NEW YEAR

THE buzz around 2013’s anti-ageing breakthroughs, advancing technologies and latest surgery trends has begun. LESLEY REYNOLDS explains what’s on the horizon.

Cover up

Forget BB (blemish balm) creams, this year will be about CC (complete correcting) creams.

These have all the benefits of a BB but also neutralise red, dull or tired-looking skin.

Launches coming soon include L’Oréal Paris Nude Magique (loreal-paris.co.uk) and Olay Total Effects CC Tone Correcting Moisturiser (olay.com).

Cheat time

Revance is a wipe-on Botox for frowns, crow’s feet and wrinkles. It will still need to be administered by a doctor and although not yet available in the UK you can expect to hear a lot about it this year.

New techniques for facelifts mean droopy brows, cheeks and jowls can be repositioned without going under the knife.

The Silhouette Lift is performed under local anaesthetic and uses an ultra fine needle. Stitches are placed in underlying skin tissue and the incision is concealed in the hairline.

Results are immediate and last up to five years. Downtime from three to five days, cost from £2,800. Contact: 020 7436 4441.

Smooth lumps

The Playtex Lift tackles the axillary fold, the bulge of excess skin between the outer breast and inner arm which becomes prominent in tight-fitting clothes and push-up bras. Bespoke liposuction under local anaesthesia removes excess skin leaving a scar hidden in the armpit. Following the procedure a tight upper garment is worn for three weeks to minimise swelling. Contact: 0844 879 4980.

Boost youth

Unlike lasers or chemical peels the new Portrait System Facial Treatment uses plasma energy (ionized nitrogen gas, similar to a microwave oven) to induce collagen growth, treat ageing, scars, fine lines and wrinkles.

These have all the benefits of a BB but also neutralise red, dull or tired-looking skin

Treatments cost from £900. Contact: energistgroup.com.

Radio Frequency (RF) procedures are advancing. These deliver energy into the skin, heating collagen without damaging the surface resulting in tighter, smoother skin. The latest Fractora and intraCel treatment combines RF energy with microneedling to stimulate collagen and improve tone and texture.

Up to three treatments are needed, each costing from £400. Contact: harleystreetskinclinic.com.

FACE UP TO THE NEW YEAR

THE buzz around 2013’s anti-ageing breakthroughs, advancing technologies and latest surgery trends has begun. LESLEY REYNOLDS explains what’s on the horizon.

Cover up

Forget BB (blemish balm) creams, this year will be about CC (complete correcting) creams.

These have all the benefits of a BB but also neutralise red, dull or tired-looking skin.

Launches coming soon include L’Oréal Paris Nude Magique (loreal-paris.co.uk) and Olay Total Effects CC Tone Correcting Moisturiser (olay.com).

Cheat time

Revance is a wipe-on Botox for frowns, crow’s feet and wrinkles. It will still need to be administered by a doctor and although not yet available in the UK you can expect to hear a lot about it this year.

New techniques for facelifts mean droopy brows, cheeks and jowls can be repositioned without going under the knife.

The Silhouette Lift is performed under local anaesthetic and uses an ultra fine needle. Stitches are placed in underlying skin tissue and the incision is concealed in the hairline.

Results are immediate and last up to five years. Downtime from three to five days, cost from £2,800. Contact: 020 7436 4441.

Smooth lumps

The Playtex Lift tackles the axillary fold, the bulge of excess skin between the outer breast and inner arm which becomes prominent in tight-fitting clothes and push-up bras. Bespoke liposuction under local anaesthesia removes excess skin leaving a scar hidden in the armpit. Following the procedure a tight upper garment is worn for three weeks to minimise swelling. Contact: 0844 879 4980.

Boost youth

Unlike lasers or chemical peels the new Portrait System Facial Treatment uses plasma energy (ionized nitrogen gas, similar to a microwave oven) to induce collagen growth, treat ageing, scars, fine lines and wrinkles.

These have all the benefits of a BB but also neutralise red, dull or tired-looking skin

Treatments cost from £900. Contact: energistgroup.com.

Radio Frequency (RF) procedures are advancing. These deliver energy into the skin, heating collagen without damaging the surface resulting in tighter, smoother skin. The latest Fractora and intraCel treatment combines RF energy with microneedling to stimulate collagen and improve tone and texture.

Up to three treatments are needed, each costing from £400. Contact: harleystreetskinclinic.com.

what is the difference between roaring and shouting?

I don't like our Chemistry teacher because he's always ......... at us.
(a) shouting
(b) roaring
(c) talking
(d) voicing
Correct answer: (a) shouting

Roaring is louder and deeper than shouting. Lions roar, for example. Or you can roar of laughter. Roaring can also refer to the sound of a volcano, a waterfall, a plane, a motorbike, the wind, the sea, fire, traffic, etc. 
Further examples: 
- the crowd roared its approval/delight/admiration
- she roared of laughter