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Direction: Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

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SSC CGL 2023 (Tier-II) Paper 1 Previous Year Paper (26-Oct-2023) (Shift-1)
The correct answer is

Submisive

Identifying the Incorrectly Spelt Word

The question asks us to find the word that is spelt incorrectly among the given options. To do this, we need to examine each word carefully and check its correct spelling.

  • Submisive
  • Validity
  • Kaleidoscope
  • Animation

Analyzing the Spelling of Each Word

Let's look at each word:

  • Submisive: This word looks incorrect. The common spelling for this word, meaning willing to obey or respect others, is 'submissive'. It should have a double 's' in the middle.
  • Validity: This word refers to the quality of being logically or factually sound. Its spelling is correct.
  • Kaleidoscope: This word refers to a toy consisting of a tube containing mirrors and pieces of coloured glass or paper, whose reflections produce changing patterns when the tube is rotated. Its spelling is correct.
  • Animation: This word refers to the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the series is shown as a cinematic sequence. Its spelling is correct.

Based on this analysis, the word 'Submisive' is incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is submissive.

Conclusion: The Incorrectly Spelt Word

The option containing the incorrectly spelt word is 'Submisive'.

Given Word Correct Spelling Status
Submisive Submissive Incorrectly Spelt
Validity Validity Correctly Spelt
Kaleidoscope Kaleidoscope Correctly Spelt
Animation Animation Correctly Spelt

Revision Table: Common Spelling Checks

Word Type Common Issues Example (Incorrect vs Correct)
Words with Double Letters Mistaking single for double letters (or vice versa) accomodate vs accommodate, Submisive vs Submissive
Words with Vowels 'ie' vs 'ei' rules, silent vowels recieve vs receive, seperate vs separate
Homophones Words that sound alike but have different spellings and meanings their vs there vs they're, to vs too vs two

Additional Information: Improving Spelling Skills

Improving your spelling is crucial for clear communication. Here are some tips:

  • Read widely to see words in context.
  • Use a dictionary or online spell checker when in doubt, but try to learn the correct spelling.
  • Keep a list of words you commonly misspell and practice them.
  • Learn common spelling rules (like 'i before e, except after c', although there are exceptions).
  • Break down long words into smaller parts.
  • Use mnemonic devices to help remember tricky spellings.

Regular practice is key to mastering English spelling and avoiding incorrectly spelt words.

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