Commonly misused/misspelled words and phrases (Part 45)

Continuing this series of blog entries, here are some more words that I see misused from time to time:

Crucifiction vs. Crucifixion

Wrong: This week’s sermon will be about the events leading up to the crucifiction of Christ.
Right: This week’s sermon will be about the events leading up to the crucifixion of Christ.

Crucifiction is a simple misspelling that almost seems to indicate the writer’s lack of faith in the veracity of the Bible.

Columbia vs. Colombia

Wrong: The Columbian drug cartel is believed to be behind the latest attacks.
Right: The Colombian drug cartel is believed to be behind the latest attacks.

The South American country is Colombia, not to be confused with the District of Columbia in the USA.

I have plenty more of these to go, so come back soon.

Mark.