Better spelling wonted

Today's fun word that looks like an error but isn't is: Wont!

A wont is a habitual way of doing things. He went to school in the morning, as is his wont. There are also adjective and verb forms. He went to school, as he is wont to do.

Your spellchecker can deceive you. Don't trust it.

Confident and Confidant

"Confident" is an adjective. To be confident is to be certain or sure. It is often used to describe someone who is sure of his ability to handle any situation.

"Confidant" is a noun. A confidant is someone you are willing to tell secrets to, someone you confide in. "Confidant" is masculine. The feminine form is "confidante."