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What is the meaning of 'accept'?
What is the meaning of 'accept'?
Which of the following words is synonymous with 'adopt'?
Which of the following words is synonymous with 'adopt'?
Which word means 'to escape'?
Which word means 'to escape'?
What does 'adverse' mean?
What does 'adverse' mean?
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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?
What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?
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Which word is related to morals?
Which word is related to morals?
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What does 'alternate' refer to?
What does 'alternate' refer to?
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Which word means 'to offer an opinion'?
Which word means 'to offer an opinion'?
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Study Notes
Word Confusions and Misuses
- "Allude" means to refer to something indirectly, as demonstrated by subtly mentioning a person without saying their name.
Commonly Confused Words
- Accept: To receive a thing willingly or agree to something.
- Except: Used to indicate an exclusion; leaving apart a particular item or group.
- Expect: To anticipate or hope for something to happen.
- Suspect: To have a suspicion or apprehension about something or someone.
- Adopt: To legally take another person's child as one’s own or to accept a new idea or method.
- Adept: Refers to a high proficiency or skill in a particular area or task.
- Adapt: To modify or adjust something to fit new conditions or situations.
Distinctions in Reference
- Allude: To refer to something in a casual or indirect manner.
- Elude: To escape or evade something, such as a pursuit or understanding.
- Alternate: Referring to a choice or option taken one after another, not simultaneously.
- Alternative: Indicates a substitute or another option available.
Sensory Terms
- Aural: Pertaining to the ear or hearing.
- Oral: Related to the mouth or verbal communication.
Quantity and Access
- Access: The means of approaching or entering a place; ability to access something.
- Excess: An amount that surpasses what is normal or required.
Attitude and Perception
- Averse: Having a strong dislike or opposition toward something.
- Adverse: Indicating unfavorable conditions or situations.
Advice vs. Advise
- Advice (N): A recommendation or an opinion offered for consideration.
- Advise (V): The act of offering guidance or opinions to someone.
Cause and Effect
- Affect (V): To have an impact on or influence something.
- Effect (N): The result or outcome produced by a cause.
Applicability and Contrast
- Apposite: Refers to something that is relevant, appropriate, or suitable for the situation.
- Opposite: Denotes something that is contrary or situated directly across.
Corrections
- Amend: To make improvements or changes to something.
- Emend: To correct errors or remove mistakes in a text.
Moral Context
- Amoral: Lacking a moral sense or not considering moral principles.
- Immoral: Acting in ways that do not conform to accepted moral standards.
Humorous and Historical
- Antics: Playful or silly acts, often meant to amuse.
- Antiques: Objects that are over a hundred years old, valued for their historical significance or rarity.
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Description
Test your understanding of commonly confused words with this quiz based on Chapter 25. Explore the meanings, uses, and contexts of words such as 'accept' and 'except' to improve your language skills. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their vocabulary and writing clarity.
