diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 9698dc6..7fba5bb 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -294,7 +294,7 @@ Here are the specific goals that guide this project:
   pleasing in both vim and plain text files. This includes the appropriate use of columns and
   spacing.
 - **Guidelines**: While the format of built-in Vim documentation is a valuable reference, it is used
-  as guidelines rather than strict rules.
+  as a guideline rather than a specification.
 
 # Features