logophile - noun - a person that enjoys words
If you are reading this blog, chances are you are a logophile albeit you may not wish to admit it. The etymology of the word is Greek–no surprises there. According to Google, "logo" means word and "phile," or "philos" refers to a lover or enthusiast. "Phile" is a suffix you've probably seen before. One of my favorites that employs it is Anglophile, someone that likes everything British.
Why is it a good idea to contemplate the idea of becoming a logophile? If you happen to be a writer, you should already be one as words are your medium. Sans them, you have nothing to transmit. Lack of passion in this realm is obvious. Although there is quite a bit of rubbish out there, most publishers still look for writing that sweeps the reader off his/her/their feet.
The bottomline is that word choice can make or break you, and it doesn't matter whether or not you are a writer since there is power in diction used effectively.
Enjoy your Monday and choose your verbiage as would a logophile.
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