Commonly confused words

opposite vs. apposite

  opposite (completely different) Love is the opposite of hate. He is too smart, but his brother is just the opposite.   apposite  formal (appropriate; suitable) The proverb she said is apposite to the case. Your remarks are very apposite to the present discussion.   envocabulary.com

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opt vs. oft

  opt (to choose or do one thing instead of another) They offered me a fulltime job, but opted to go to college instead. Many people opt for low-priced goods.   oft  old English or formal (often) A short saying oft contains much wisdom.   envocabulary.com

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oar vs. ore

  oar (a pole with a flat blade at one end, used for rowing a boat) I took an oar and rowed the boat out to sea. We pulled hard on the oars until we reached to the shore.   ore (rock, earth, etc. from which you get metal) The ship …

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ought vs. aught

  ought  rather formal (used to express something that is expected or will happen) Children of this age ought to be able to read. She ought to be home by now. (used to express something that should be done) He ought to be kinder to her. You ought to respect the law. …

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overdue vs. overdo

  overdue (not paid, done or arrived at an expected or required time) I have to remind you that the rent is overdue. Her baby is 15 days overdue.   overdo (do or use too much of something) Work hard but be careful not to overdo it. I think you overdid the …

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