Commonly Confused Words. The following is a list of words which are alike and are often confused. The definitions are simple and not comprehensive. Accept Agree to receive or take what is offered Except Not included Access Entryway, way in. Excess Portion that is more than required Adapt Change or alter according to conditions Adopt Legally take another's child as your own. Advice Noun. Guidance offered to an inexperienced person. Advise Verb. Action of giving advice. Affect Make a difference to something Effect Result of something Aid Assistance or help. Aide Person who assists A Lot A large number Allot Assign to, give out Already Before the