This is NOT Jeopardy! But this is a place to learn about using the right words (Duh! It’s the name of my blog!). I like to dig into the tricky, oddly spelled, and frequently fumbled terms that trip people up and hopefully make you smile while you sharpen your skills. If you’re searching for a ghost writer in Dallas, I can help turn your ideas into polished, engaging content that sounds authentically yours.
Here are 10 a-letter words that throw people off their game, make them pause and check a dictionary to see if they’ve spelled them correctly.
able-bodied — it’s an adjective.
aboveboard — it means “in a straightforward manner.” Above board means you are positioned higher than a piece of wood.
absent-minded –– it’s an adjective that often describes professors played by Fred MacMurray, Robin Williams (film versions) and Harry Anderson (TV version).
accommodate — double-c and double-m.
acknowledgment — I never forget this one because when I participated in a spelling bee in sixth grade, the word given me was “acknowledged.” I heard “acknowledge” and spelled that word correctly, only to be disqualified and finish seventh.
ad-lib — it’s hyphenated whether you use it as a noun, verb or adjective.
admissible — not admissable.
aka — “also known as” takes no punctuation.
a la carte — it’s three words in all uses.
amok — not amuck, no matter if a 1953 Warner Brothers cartoon was titled “Duck Amuck.”
Looking for a ghost writer in Austin? I help bring your ideas to life with clear, engaging writing that sounds just like you. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably second-guessed a few of these along the way and that’s the fun of it. Language keeps us on our toes, and even the most confident writers get tripped up by the sneaky ones. Keep exploring, keep questioning, and keep sharpening those skills. There’s always another word waiting to surprise you. Until next time! Use the right words!
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