amiable (having a pleasant and friendly manner) Mike was in an amiable mood. We had an amiable conversation with Jane. amicable (friendly and without serious arguments) We hope for an amicable settlement of the dispute. They believe they can work out an amicable divorce. amiable vs amicable – …
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amend vs. emend amend (change) We will amend the rule, so it is fairer. I am trying to amend my pronunciation. emend (correct) This article has several spelling mistakes and needs to be emended. We will emend this paragraph before we publish it. amend vs. emend – English Vocabulary
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altogether vs. all together altogether (completely, totally) At last, it stopped raining altogether. We are not altogether happy with this decision. all together (with each other) We will arrive all together. Put these books on the shelf all together. altogether vs. all together – English Vocabulary
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altar vs. alter altar (holy table or platform) The couple will exchange vows at the altar. As a sacrifice for their sins, the people offered a lamb on the altar. alter (change) Can we alter the date of the meeting? The coat was too large, so the tailor altered it to …
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already vs. all ready already (previously, before now) Anna has already agreed to come. The meeting already started when I arrived. all ready (completely ready) She was all ready to leave. I was all ready for the winter. already vs. all ready – English Vocabulary
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