Commonly Confused Words

Hi folks,

Here are some more words that are often confused. Could be asked in question sets like “Fill in the blanks” etc.


Casual:
Occasional, irregular, careless
Causal:
Of the nature of cause and effect

Ceremonial:
Relating to ceremonies or rites
Ceremonious:
An excess of form; overdose of formality

Childish:
Silly. Often used in the negative sense.
Childlike:
Innocent, simple and frank. Often used in the positive sense.

Complement:
That which helps to complete a satisfactory whole
Compliment:
A mark of courtesy; an expression of praise, commendation, or admiration

Confidant:
A person entrusted with knowledge of one’s private affairs
Confident:
Fully assured

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