Glottology is the scientific study of the sounds and structure of languages. Being a complex and multifaceted subject, glottology has various synonyms that denote different aspects of the field. Linguistics, phonetics, phonology, and semantics are some common synonyms for glottology used interchangeably. Other synonyms related to particular subfields of glottology include etymology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics, and discourse analysis. Anthropological linguistics, comparative linguistics, and comparative literature are some interdisciplinary fields that involve the study of languages, culture, and literature. With the rapid globalization of cultures and technology, the study of glottology and its synonyms have become increasingly relevant to unravel the diversity and universality of human communication.