Are You 1 of 10 People Who Can Pass This National Spelling Quiz?

Are you among the top spellers in the country? Could you win the most prestigious spelling bee? Let's see how well you do on this spelling quiz using national spelling bee words!

Lea Abelson
Created by Lea Abelson
On Aug 21, 2023
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Only the smartest, most well-studied spellers can win a national spelling bee. These words are so complex, they aren't even recognized in basic dictionaries. Do you have the spelling chops to spell all of these national spelling bee words correctly? It probably won't be easy, but with a bit of focus, maybe you will get a high score!

>> Just 17% of College Graduates Can Accurately Guess the Definition of These Words

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Focus your mind... Which word is spelled correctly?
Definition: Having wavy hair.

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Definition: A part of a newspaper devoted to light literature, fiction and criticism.

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Definition: Inclined to complain or find fault.

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Definition: A branch of applied chemistry dealing with fermentation processes.

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Definition: Lukewarm or indifferent.

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Definition: To work on something like a literary or scientific work.

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Definition: A group of plants that reproduce using spores.

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Definition: A hypothetical or original language.

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Definition: A result of medical treatment.

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This is a bit difficult but... Which word is correct?

Definition: A person who imitates the manners and dress of a higher-class person.

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