As one speaks, usually, thoughts flow in and out, making what is said a whirlwind of terms. As a teenager in now the new millennium, two perplex me that seem commonly misused and misspoken; the words of Lady and Woman. Many might feel as if these two words are as interchangeable as the books in a library, however, I strongly disagree. Though these two words are similar, distinct differences exist between them. A lady is defined as a well-mannered woman. Luckily, only the last half of this title is obtainable by birth. Albeit, a woman is a grown female. A lady is therefore a well mannered grown female. Unfortunately, in an age of bastardized language, the meanings of these two words have been made grossly opaque. For instance, the word lady in today's vernacular might be used to describe any female. However, in actuality the title of lady should be given only to the women who exhibits impeccable civility in both manners and demeanor. One must realize a lady symbolizes the utmost respected part of society among women, to which only a socially selected few are admitted. The felicitous title of lady is one received while demonstrating both honor and responsibility. Yet, many women look upon this title as a birthright. Every title one has surely deserved, should be one earned by displaying it. In the Elizabethan period of English, most arguably the finest period for the English language, the title of lady was revered, as it should be now. Because of constant language inflation, the flippant use of the word lady is a direct result of the derestricton that occurred mostly during the early1900's. It was used to talk and describe the beautiful women of the time. These women wore raiments to shape and mold their bodies into the ultimate female figure. They were only seen at their best, and perfection was to be expected. Jobs for ladies consisted of solely of a housewife and society waif. Their men were their shields to the w...
