Pick the correctly spelled word:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer
Aesthetic
Explanation
The question asks to identify the word that is spelled correctly according to standard English grammar rules.
The word "Aesthetic" (derived from the Greek word aisthesis, meaning perception or sensation) is an adjective used to describe things concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. It can also refer to a set of principles underlying the work of a particular artist or artistic movement.
Looking at the options provided, Option 1 is the standard, globally recognized spelling in British English (and widely accepted in American English as well).
The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:
Aesthetik incorrectly replaces the ending 'c' with a 'k'.
Esthetic is a variation used almost exclusively in American English, particularly in medical contexts (like esthetic dentistry), but it is generally considered a secondary variant compared to the primary "Aesthetic" in standard general knowledge exams.
Aesthetick incorrectly adds an old-fashioned or archaic 'k' to the end of the word.
Key Points
Spelling tests in competitive exams frequently target words containing vowel combinations like "ae" or "oe" (e.g., aesthetic, archaeology, anaesthesia). Remembering the classical Greek or Latin roots can help you avoid traps like substituting a 'k' for a 'c' at the end of such academic words.