Question

Find out the incorrectly spelled word

• A. commissioner
• B. caterpiller
• C. idler
• D. controller

Hint:

Words ending with "-pillar," like \textit{caterpillar}, often have a double "l" before the ending. Familiarize yourself with common animal names to avoid spelling mistakes.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let's examine each word carefully:
Step 1: Check the spelling of each word:

• Commissioner: This word refers to a person appointed to a role of authority. The spelling is correct.
• Caterpiller: This is the incorrectly spelled word. The correct spelling is caterpillar, which is the larval stage of a butterfly or moth.
• Idler: This word means someone who avoids work or effort. The spelling is correct.
• Controller: This word refers to a person or device that controls something. The spelling is correct.

Step 2: Understanding the common correct spelling:

• The correct word is caterpillar, spelled with a double "l" and ending in "-pillar".
• The incorrect option caterpiller replaces the "ar" ending with "er," which is wrong.

Therefore, option (B) caterpiller is the incorrectly spelled word.