Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Appeared in: DSSSB 14 August 2024

Explanation

The word 'Supercede' is a common misspelling in the English language.
The correct spelling is 'Supersede', which means to take the place of or replace something.
It is the only English word ending in '-sede', making it a frequent point of confusion.

Option B: The word 'Commitment' is spelled correctly. It refers to a pledge, undertaking, or dedication.
Option C: The word 'Resilience' is spelled correctly. It describes the ability to adapt well and recover from adversity or stress.
Option D: The word 'Frustration' is spelled correctly. It refers to the emotional tension resulting from the blocking of a goal or desire.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain English Vocabulary and Spelling as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Accurate spelling is a fundamental component of professional communication in nursing.
Clear and correct documentation in patient charts, reports, and emails is essential to prevent misunderstandings that could impact patient care and safety.
What if? - If a nurse misspelled a medication name in a report (e.g., 'prednisone' vs. 'prednisolone'), it could lead to a serious medication error. This highlights the importance of spelling accuracy in all clinical contexts.

How to Approach the Question

First, carefully read the instruction, which is to identify the 'INCORRECTLY' spelled word.
Review each option one by one.
For 'Supercede', recall common spelling rules for word endings. The '-cede' and '-ceed' endings are common, but '-sede' is unique to 'supersede', making 'supercede' the likely error.
Examine 'Commitment'. Check for common errors like the double 'm' and single 't'. This spelling is correct.
Examine 'Resilience' and 'Frustration'. Both are spelled according to standard English patterns and are correct.
By process of elimination and knowledge of specific spelling rules, conclude that 'Supercede' is the incorrectly spelled word.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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E6 Psychology Applied Sreevani 6e Sem1 pp. 70-72, 274-276

E6 Psychology Applied Sreevani 5e p. 69-71

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