Master confusing words with ease
Ulterior vs. Alterior
Ulterior
/ʌlˈtɪəriə/Examples:
She had ulterior motives for joining the committee.His ulterior desire was to gain power in the organization.The offer seemed generous, but there was an ulterior agenda.
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Alterior
/ælˈtɪəriər/Examples:
Her alterior motives became clear during the negotiation.He had an alterior plan that wasn't initially revealed.The surprise party was not her alterior agenda.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Ulterior is a real word, while alterior is not typically recognized in standard English dictionaries.
- Remember that ulterior has to do with hidden motives or meanings.
- If you hear alterior being used, the speaker likely meant ulterior, but it's not officially listed as a correct term.
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