This spelling challenge was crafted for word-savvy adults who appreciate the richness—and occasional ridiculousness—of the English language. These 16 questions dive into uncommon, elegant, and deceptively tricky vocabulary. Whether you're a crossword connoisseur, a book club veteran, or just someone who side-eyes autocorrect, this quiz is for you. It’s not about speed; it’s about precision. Sharpen your pencil—or your memory—and let’s see how well you navigate the wild world of double consonants, silent letters, and French imports.
Which of the following is the correct spelling of the word meaning "a mild or indirect word substituted for one considered too harsh"?
Euphamism
Euphemism
Eufemism
Euphimism
Which spelling is correct for the term meaning "a ghost or phantom"?
Apparation
Aparition
Apparition
Aparrision
How do you spell the word that means "a state of temporary disuse or suspension"?
Abeyance
Abeiance
Abayence
Abeiyance
Choose the correctly spelled term for an outstandingly bad or shocking action:
Egrigious
Egragious
Egregious
Egregous
What's the correct spelling of the process of making something better?
Amelioration
Ameliaration
Ameliorisation
Amilioration
Pick the correct spelling of the word for a charming young woman:
Debutant
Debuttante
Debutante
Debutainte
What's the correct spelling of the word meaning "a passionate expression of grief"?
Lamentation
Lamantation
Lamentaition
D) Lammintation
Which spelling is correct for someone who flatters for personal gain?
Sycophant
Psychophant
Sycofant
Siccophant
How do you spell the word meaning “a written defense of opinions”?
Appologia
Apologia
Apallogia
Apalojia
Which is the correct spelling for an emotional calm or composure?
Equinamity
Equinimity
Equanimity
Equanimety
What is the correct spelling of the word for harsh criticism?
Invective
Invecive
Invecktive
Invectiv
Pick the correctly spelled word meaning “disbelieving or skeptical.”
Incredulous
Incredualous
Incredulas
Increduless
Which is the correct spelling of the word for a person with refined tastes and manners?
Connisseur
Connoisseur
Connessieur
Connassuer
Pick the right spelling of the word for a damaging or derogatory statement:
Aspersion
Asperzhun
Asparshion
Aspercian
How do you spell the word that refers to an all-knowing narrator or power?
Omnisient
Omniscient
Omnisciant
Omnishent
What’s the right spelling of the word for a witty or clever remark?
Bonmote
Bonmot
Bonemot
Bohnmotte
Word Wanderer
Well, you’ve certainly wandered into some linguistic thickets! These words are nothing to sneeze at—English spelling is a notorious trickster. But don’t sweat it—many of these are words most people only encounter in novels, legal documents, or obscure podcasts. Take it as a fun learning experience, and maybe keep a dictionary nearby next time. You’re building a brain full of fascinating language—one tricky word at a time.
Not too shabby! You clearly know your way around some sophisticated spelling, and you tackled a challenge most wouldn’t dare attempt. A few words might have tripped you up, but that just means you’re swimming in the deep end now. Keep sharpening your vocabulary—crosswords, novels, and trivia nights await you. You’re well on your way to spelling stardom.
Bravo! You’re a certified spelling sleuth and likely someone who’s had a long love affair with language. You breezed through words that stump even seasoned editors. Whether you secretly correct menus or mentally proofread signs, your inner linguist shines. That was no easy feat—you’ve truly earned your place in the elite circle of Lexicon Legends. Keep dazzling the world with your word mastery!
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