Here are some examples of the many of the comebacks you can use next time some jerk corrects your grammar or word usage:

1. “Stop saying like so much.
2. “Don’t say something is ‘more unique.
3. “You shouldn’t start sentences with and or but.”
4. “Disinterested means impartial.
5. “Potato is spelled sans ‘e.

But unless you’re a language teacher or have been explicitly asked to help, lay off the grammar lessons in general conversation. That brings us to why it’s generally rude to correct the grammar of others. It’s simply not appropriate to correct other people’s behavior. Period.

It used to be we thought that people who went around correcting other people’s grammar were just plain annoying. Now there’s evidence they are actually ill, suffering from a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder/oppositional defiant disorder (OCD/ODD). Researchers are calling it Grammatical Pedantry Syndrome, or GPS.

Rather than praise, they seem to only know how to criticize.

1. 8 Helpful Ways To Deal With Critical People.
2. Don’t Take It Personally.
3. Objectify the Comments – Understand the Underlying Message.
4. Take it as a Source of Honest Feedback.
5. Address Your Discomfort Within.
6. Don’t “Ask” for Opinions If You Can’t Take It.

10 expressions to Use In Speaking And Writing:

1. I’m afarid that’s not quite right.
2. Actually, I think you’ll find that…
3. I’m afraid you’re mistaken.
4. I don’t think you’re right about…
5. Actually, I don’t think…
6. No, you’ve got it wrong.
7. No, that’s all wrong.
8. Rubbish! / You’re talking rubbish.

Be Simple and Clear. The easiest way to admit you’re wrong is to say, “I was wrong, and I’m sorry.” However, it’s best to go beyond this and add specifics about what you’re sorry for, so that both parties know exactly what is being discussed.

Four steps to say you’re wrong and move on

1. Agree with the accusation or judgment against you.
2. Pause.
3. Give your rationale for what you did (but make sure it doesn’t sound like an excuse).
4. Let the other person have the final say.

You may also say something such as “You may be right” or “I understand what you’re saying.” These phrases show a willingness to compromise and empathy. If your partner is arguing or acting defensively, these phrases may help them feel like you are hearing what they’re saying.

Psychologists know the most about agentic grandiose narcissists, who tend to have inflated self-views of their intelligence, power, status, and other characteristics. Agentic grandiose narcissists tend to be charming, outgoing, overconfident, and vain, and think they are better than other people.

The definition of egocentric is self-centered and is someone who thinks only about himself or who thinks the world revolves around him.

A pompous person is arrogant or conceited. He’ll walk into a party with an inflated ego, ready to tell anyone who will listen that “I’m kind of a big deal.”

Brag about your accomplishments.

1. Only brag about things that you do excellently.
2. If you want to be more arrogant, you don’t need to wait for an opening to brag, just start doing it.
3. Feel free to slightly embellish your accomplishments as well.