ADAPT:to 
change, or to change something, COMPLIMENT (with an “i”) can be used as a noun to
to suit different conditions or uses:
any software companies have
adapted popular programs to the new operating system.
ADOPT:to accept or start to use something new:
I think it's time to adopt a different strategy in
my dealings with him.
ADVERSE:having a negative or harmful effect on
something:
The match has been cancelled because of
adverse weather conditions.
AVERSE: strongly disliking or opposed to:
Few people are averse to the idea of a free holiday.
ALLUDE: to speak of or mention (something or
someone) in an indirect way
I'm interested in hearing more about the technology
you alluded to a minute ago.
 ELUDE: escape, either physically or mentally
“The thief eluded the police”
ALLUSION: something that is said or written that
is intended to make you think of a particular thing
or person:
The film is full of allusions to Hitchcock.
ILLUSION: Is something that isn't real. It may look real,
but it's actually fake
A large mirror in a room can create the illusion of space.
CAPITAL: is the more common word, with a wider
range of meanings. It can be used as a noun to refer to
financial assets, to a city serving as the official seat of
government, or to an uppercase letter. It can also be used
as an adjective to mean “vital,” “excellent,” or
“punishable by death.”
Capital to refer to a city: At different points in history,
Moscow and St. Petersburg have each been
the capital of Russia.
 Capital to refer to a letter: The days of the week should
begin with a capital (e.g., “Monday”)
Capital to mean assets: Without extra capital, the hotel
cannot be renovated.
CAPITOL is a noun that refers to the building in which
the functions of a legislative government are carried out.
When referring to the name of a specific building
(usually the United States Capitol), it begins with an
uppercase letter.
Capitol in a sentence.
Ex. The class went on a school trip to see the
US Capitol and learn about congressional procedures.
COMPLEMENT (with an “e”) can be used as a noun to
refer to something that completes or enhances something
else. As a verb, it refers to this act of completing or
enhancing.
The acidity of the wine complements the flavor of the
fish.
refer to admiration or praise. As a verb, it refers to the
act of praising.
Hannah received a compliment on her new summer
dress.
CONTINUAL means repeated but with breaks in
between; chronic.
Example: The continual problem of our car’s not
starting forced us to sell it.
CONTINUOUS means without interruption in an
unbroken stream of time or space.
Example: The continuous dripping of the faucet drove
me crazy.
DISCREET" means to do something in a secretive, low-
profile or cautious way
The attendees made a discreet exit so as not to disturb
the speaker.
DISCRETE" means individually separate, distinct or
unconnected.
There are three discrete items, each with their own
unique characteristics.
ELICIT is a verb that refers to the act of “drawing a
response to an action or statement.”
The shocking images shown in the music video were
clearly placed to elicit controversy from the media.
 ILLICIT is an adjective that describes “something
illegal or against traditions or customs.” 
Despite the outcry from the media, the celebrity was still
found guilty of illicit activity.
use FARTHER when being literal and discussing a
physical distance, as in “He went farther down the
road.” FURTHER is used when discussing a more
symbolic distance or to discuss a degree or extent, as
in “I wanted to discuss it further, but we didn’t have
time.”
"PERSECUTE" means to subject a person or group to
persistent ill treatment. Example: People tend to
persecute teenagers for their different styles.
"PROSECUTE" means to pursue, carry out, or bring a
lawsuit against a person or group. Example: The court
will prosecute anyone who breaks the law.
personal" is an adjective that has two different
meanings: It may be used to describe a person's unique
preferences or qualities, as in "My 'personal' favorite
musician is Bruce Springsteen"
It may also be used to refer to private experiences or
items, as in "The police even went through his 'personal'
correspondence"
"Personnel" is a noun referring to employees of a
business or organization, as in "The 'personnel' at the
XYZ company are very happy with their compensation
packages.
Stationary is an adjective described to use a person,
object or situation that isn’t moving or changing
During the storm, I accidentally drove into a stationary The adjective "anxious" means uneasy, nervous, or
car. fearful, especially about something that is about to
stationery is a noun used to describe a collection of happen. "Anxious" may also mean worrying about
office items such as envelopes, papers and cards. something, often coupled with a sense of unease. 
I’m looking for the best supplier of personalised I am anxious about catching a cold before my big
stationery in the UK for my correspondence. performance."
"to" refers to a place, direction, or position. eager" means excited or impatient to have or do
The boy went "to" the store "to" buy groceries. something.
"We are eager to see your new car.
"too" means also, very, extremely, or additionally.  assure is to remove doubt, or confidently tell someone
Did you want "to" come with us "too"? about something.
"Two" refers to the number 2. I assure you I meant no harm.
He had only "two" cents to his name. Ensure, on the other hand, means to make certain a thing
Ability is defined as the possession of the means or skill will (or won't) happen:
to do something. In other words, it’s a talent, skill, or Aides said the leaders conferred by telephone
proficiency in a particular area. to ensure that their speeches, while different in tone,
I have the ability to run would not be incompatible.
Capacity is defined as the potential or suitability for insure when you need insurance. To insure is to arrange
holding, storing, or accommodating. It’s an individual’s for financial compensation against the loss of something
potential to accomplish something mentally or or against someone getting hurt or dying
physically. Very well then, listen: You know our house
I have the capacity to run a 100m race in 18 seconds was insured for a good deal of money — fifteen
 Aggravate:make worse or more serious thousand dollars. 
He aggravated the major plot hole in his novel by cutting
chapters four and five.
Irritate: make (someone) annoyed, impatient, or angry;
cause inflammation or other discomfort (in a part of the
body)
She irritated her brother every time she typed on her
keyboard too loudly.
 , you can use between for any number of elements, as
long as all the elements are separate and distinct.
He had to choose between a bicycle, a train set, a pair of
sneakers, and a new backpack for his birthday present.
Among is used when talking about people or things that
are not distinct and are viewed as a group:
There wasn’t much unity among the council members.
Number refers to how many of something there is: how
many mice, how many mutations, or how many
calcium channels, for example. In other
words, number refers to items we can count.
he number of students and graduates complaining about
the handling of their loans has soared in recent year
amount refers to how much of something there is: how
much stimulation, how much resistance, or how much
liquid. In effect, amount refers to quantities we can
measure but not individually count.
john stayed alive by eating nothing but a small amount
of trail mix and melted snow. 
to imagine or expect that something will happen:
We don't anticipate any trouble.
to think or believe something will happen, or someone
will arrive:
We are expecting a lot of applicants for the job.