Identifying the Incorrectly Spelt Word

The question asks us to carefully examine the given options and select the word that is spelt incorrectly.

Let's look at each option:

• allowance: This word is spelt correctly. It refers to a sum of money allotted or granted, or the fact of allowing something.
• acceptence: Let's think about the correct spelling of this word. The noun form of the verb 'accept' ends with '-ance', not '-ence'. The correct spelling is 'acceptance'.
• existence: This word is spelt correctly. It refers to the fact or state of living or having objective reality.
• forbearance: This word is spelt correctly. It refers to patient self-control; restraint and tolerance.

Comparing the spellings, we can see that 'acceptence' is not the standard English spelling.

Therefore, the incorrectly spelt word is 'acceptence'. The correct spelling is acceptance.

Revision Table: Correct Spellings

Here is a quick summary of the correct spellings of the words from the options:

• allowance
• acceptance
• existence
• forbearance

Additional Information: Common Spelling Errors

Many common spelling errors involve suffixes like '-ance' and '-ence'. While there aren't simple universal rules, here are a few points:

• Words derived from verbs often ending in '-cept' or '-sist' frequently take '-ance' (like acceptance, resistance).
• Words derived from verbs often ending in '-ere' or '-ist' often take '-ence' (like existence, persistence).
• Some words just need to be remembered, like 'difference', 'independence', 'importance', 'brilliance'.

Practicing and checking a dictionary are the best ways to confirm spellings.