One of these words is spelled incorrectly. Which one is it?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer: Irredescent
Explanation
• The correct spelling is Iridescent.
• Meaning: Showing luminous colours that seem to change when seen from different angles (like soap bubbles or mother-of-pearl).
• The common error is using a double 'r' ('rr') and an 'e' instead of a single 'r' and an 'i' after the prefix, derived from the Latin root iris (rainbow).WordCorrect Spelling & MeaningIrredescentIridescent: displaying changing rainbow-like coloursPerspicaciousHaving keen mental perception and discernmentRemunerationPayment for work or servicesIntransigentUncompromising or stubborn