access vs excess
Homophones/Homonyms
Homophones & Homonyms
Words that sound alike or are spelled alike but have different meanings
access vs excess
Homophones/Homonyms
Homophones & HomonymsWords that sound alike or are spelled alike but have different meanings
access
the means or right to enter or use
excess
a quantity much larger than needed
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Examples
access
"She has access to the database."
excess
"There was an excess of food at the party."
Mnemonic Tricks
access
Access = a-ccess = allowed to come in (entry).
excess
Excess = EXtra amount (too much).
Source: Homophones & HomonymsAdded: 9/14/2025
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