Commonly Misused Words

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What does 'good' mean when describing a person's well-being?

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Fit, wholesome, or healthy spirit.

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What is the meaning of the word 'cite' in the context of learning material?

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To quote or mention; to summon to a court appearance.

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What is the meaning of 'affect' when used as a verb?

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To influence or to produce a significant influence upon.

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What does the word 'deceased' mean?

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Dead.

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What does 'excess' mean as an adjective?

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Pertaining to a surplus.

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What does 'complement' mean in the context of language?

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Something that completes or goes well with something.

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What is the meaning of 'principal' when referring to a person?

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The head of a school or organization.

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What does 'principle' refer to in ethics?

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A fundamental truth or proposition serving as the foundation for a system of belief.

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What does 'imply' mean?

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To suggest or express indirectly.

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What is the meaning of 'infer'?

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To deduce or conclude information from evidence rather than from explicit statements.