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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

Abendance

Finding the Incorrectly Spelled English Word

The question asks us to identify the word that is spelled incorrectly among the given options. Let's examine each word carefully to determine its correct spelling and meaning.

  • Astute: This word is spelled correctly. It means having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
  • Absolute: This word is also spelled correctly. It means not qualified or diminished in any way; total, or viewed or existing independently and not in relation to other things; not relative.
  • Abrupt: This word is spelled correctly. It means sudden and unexpected, or brief to the point of rudeness; curt.
  • Abendance: This word is spelled incorrectly. The correct spelling is "Abundance".

Based on the analysis, the word "Abendance" is misspelled. The correct word is "Abundance", which means a very large quantity of something.

Therefore, the incorrectly spelled word is "Abendance".

Detailed Analysis of the Spelling Error

The word "Abundance" is formed from the root "abound" and the suffix "-ance". Common spelling errors often involve confusing suffixes or vowel sounds. In this case, the letter 'e' is incorrectly used instead of 'u' in the second syllable of the word.

Word Given Spelling Check Correct Spelling Status
Astute Correct Astute Correctly Spelled
Absolute Correct Absolute Correctly Spelled
Abrupt Correct Abrupt Correctly Spelled
Abendance Incorrect Abundance Incorrectly Spelled

Revision Table: Common Spelling Errors

Common Misspelling Correct Spelling
recieve receive
beleive believe
seperate separate
definately definitely
occured occurred

Additional Information on English Spelling

English spelling can be challenging due to its complex history, drawing words from various languages (like Latin, Greek, French, Germanic). This leads to inconsistencies between how words are spelled and how they are pronounced.

Tips for improving spelling:

  • Read widely: Exposure to correctly spelled words helps.
  • Use a dictionary: Check spellings whenever unsure.
  • Learn common spelling rules and patterns: Although there are exceptions, rules can be helpful.
  • Practice: Write frequently and review your work for errors.
  • Break down words: Understand prefixes, suffixes, and root words.

Identifying incorrectly spelled words like "Abendance" by knowing the correct form "Abundance" is a key skill in vocabulary and language proficiency.

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