mother was obliged to learn that there are some things money will not
purchase. The father had the financial ability, but the daughter
lacked the necessary intellectual capacity.
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But we may have literary as well as financial ability. Ability implies
the power of doing; capacity the faculty of receiving.

About, Almost

"This work is about done." Use "almost done."

Acceptance, Acceptation

These words cannot be used interchangeably. "He wrote signifying his
acceptance of the office." "According to the common acceptation of
this term, he is a knave."

Access, Accession

"He gained access to the fort." "The only accession, which the Roman
empire received was the province of Britain."

Accident, Injury

Accident is sometimes used incorrectly for injury. as "His accident
was very painful."