Select the correctly spelt word.
Chauvinist
Identifying the Correctly Spelled Word
The question asks us to select the word that is spelled correctly from the given options. We need to examine each option to determine its standard English spelling.
Analysis of Options for Correct Spelling
- Imigrant: This spelling is incorrect. The standard spelling for a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country is Immigrant, with a double 'm'.
- Chauvinist: This spelling is correct. A Chauvinist is a person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism, or excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a particular gender, group, or cause.
- Contemperary: This spelling is incorrect. The standard spelling for something belonging to or occurring in the present is Contemporary, with an 'o' instead of the second 'e'.
- Cosmopoliton: This spelling is incorrect. The standard spelling for someone who is familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures is Cosmopolitan, ending with 'an' instead of 'on'.
Based on the analysis, only the word 'Chauvinist' is spelled correctly among the given options.
Conclusion on Correct Spelling
After reviewing all the provided options and comparing them against the standard spellings in English, we find that 'Chauvinist' is the only word spelled correctly.
The correctly spelled word is Chauvinist.
| Given Spelling | Correct Spelling | Is Correct? |
|---|---|---|
| Imigrant | Immigrant | No |
| Chauvinist | Chauvinist | Yes |
| Contemperary | Contemporary | No |
| Cosmopoliton | Cosmopolitan | No |
Revision Table: Common Spelling Errors
Reviewing common spelling errors can help improve accuracy. Here's a quick look at the correct spellings:
| Incorrect Spelling | Correct Spelling |
|---|---|
| Imigrant | Immigrant |
| Contemperary | Contemporary |
| Cosmopoliton | Cosmopolitan |
Additional Information: Expanding Vocabulary & Spelling
Understanding the meaning of words can sometimes help remember their spelling. Let's briefly look at the meanings of these words:
- Immigrant: A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.
- Chauvinist: A person displaying aggressive or exaggerated patriotism, or excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a particular gender, group, or cause. (Often used for male chauvinist, but can apply more broadly).
- Contemporary: Living or occurring at the same time; belonging to or occurring in the present.
- Cosmopolitan: Including people from many different countries; familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures.
Paying attention to prefixes, suffixes, and root words can also aid in correct spelling and understanding.
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