Ascent vs Assent

These two words sound almost identical, and this 8-question quiz helps you keep them separate: ascent and assent.

Each sentence has a gap to fill, such as "___" is the opposite of disagreement. where you supply the missing word.

The good news is that the meanings have nothing in common. Ascent is a climb or a move upward, while assent means agreement. Picturing someone climbing a mountain versus someone nodding yes is usually enough to keep the two from blurring together on you.

Recommended level: intermediate.