Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Spelling Check

Question:

Which of the following is INCORRECTLY spelled.

Options:

Raucous

Authorise

Hoarce

Scoundrel

Correct Answer:

Hoarce

Explanation:

The word Hoarce is the only one that is misspelled in the list. The correct spelling is Hoarse. It means (used about a person or his/her voice) sounding rough and quiet, especially because of a sore.

  • Raucous means loud and noisy.
  • Authorise is a British spelling of the word Authorize.
  • Scoundrel is a person who is dishonest or unscrupulous.