CONFUSING LEXIS

Marek knows his limitations.

• He is conscious of his limitations.

• He is a very conscientious person.

Mary seems to be a very caring and understanding character. 

• Mary comes across as a nice character.

• Mary comes across as a sympathetic character. 

He acted in a fair and unbiased way. 

• He was totally uninterested.

• He was totally disinterested. 

They will never sell their collection of modern art. However, if they ever decide to do that, they will earn millions.

• Their collection is worthless.

• Their collection is priceless. 

Jane is a reasonable and practical person. 

• Jane is a very sensible person.

• Jane is a very sensitive person. 

She studies traditional ballet rather than modern ballet. 

• She studies classic ballet.

• She studies classical ballet. 

When you run a new business, you have to keep track of your expenses carefully.

• This is an economic way to run your new business.

• This is an economical way to run your new business. 

Thank you so much for helping us move house. 

• We are so grateful.

• We are so thankful.