Some confusing pair of words

Few words are not exact homophones or homonyms. They differ in spelling and pronunciation and sometimes, cause confusion. Examples of such words are as follows.

1] access = a way of getting near to or at someone or something

Being an ordinary citizen, I cannot access the Prime Minister.

excess = an amount of something which is more than necessary

Excess of sweets are not good for health.

2] remainder = a part, quantity or number that is left over

Because many guests attend the party, there was no remainder in the kitchen.

reminder = something that causes something to remember

The bank sent a reminder to the client to clear the debt in time.

3] forward = towards the front

He went forward to welcome the guests.

foreword = a short introduction to a book by a person other than the author

Mostly, authors want famous persons to write a foreword for their books.

4] enquiry = an act of asking for information

My enquiry to the job website is regarding the status of my application.

inquiry = investigation

Students take interest in scientific inquiry.

5] volition = the act of making a decision

One needs time to make a volition.

violation = breach of law or promise

This violation will lead to a heavy fine.

6] carton = a cardboard box for keeping goods

The apples were packed in cartons.

cartoon = a drawing depicting humorous situation

Children like cartoons.

7] wonder = the emotion aroused by something surprising

I wonder how ancient kings built the Pyramids.

wander = to move about without a definite purpose or destination

Animals wander in forests after eating food.