Here are some "e" words you might want to read twice!
Envelop and Envelope
Envelop without an e at the end - wrap up, cover, or surround completely.
· Carefully I sealed the envelop, and then checked again if it really was closed.
· I was disappointed to see that someone had already opened the envelop, which was so clearly addressed to me.
Envelope with an e - a paper container used to enclose a letter or document.
· As the lights went off, darkness enveloped the room.
· The ozone layer envelopes the earth.
Exceptionable and Exceptional
Exceptionable - open to objection; causing disapproval or offence.
· The teachers were relieved to find nothing exceptionable in the student newspaper.
· I told my mother to proof read my essay and I was appalled when she told me that few of the lines were exceptionable.
Exceptional - not typical or unusually good
· That girl has an exceptional memory.
· I told my mother to proof read my essay and I was appalled when she told me that it wasn't exceptionally good.
Egotism and Egoism
Egotism - excessive conceit or self-absorption.
· She's a real egotist, always on about what she has done or is planning to do.
Egoism - It is a less common and more technical word, for an ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality.
· He's a proper egoist, never bothering to enquire about the needs or wishes of anyone else.
An egoist for example believes in self-advancement, while an egotist talks about his accomplishments and the accolades he has received at various points. An egoist say: "Me first!" and egotist says: "Look at what I am doing!" such people are the height of conceit!
Every day and Everyday
Every day - a time span - (this is the most usual meaning)
· I learn something new every day.
Everyday - an adjective meaning "ordinary" - (this is the less usual meaning)
· These are my everyday clothes.
Economic and Economical
Economic - relating to the system of trade and industry by which the wealth of a country is made and used.
· The country has been in a very poor economic state ever since the decline of its two major industries.
· The government's economic policies have led us into the worst recession for years.
Economical - relating to the intentional saving of money or, less commonly, the saving of time, energy, words, etc.
· There's an increasing demand for cars which are more economical on fuel.
· What's the most economical way of heating this building?
· She's very economical - saving money seems to come naturally to her
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sayan said – Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:48:15 -0000 ( Flag Edit Link )
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