Boycott or Boicott
Understand why “Boycott” is correct and “Boicott” is incorrect.
Boicott
Incorrect spelling - “Boicott” is incorrect due to wrong vowel.
"Boicott" is a common misspelling of "Boycott". Always use "Boycott" when referring to the correct word.
Boycott
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Boycott” means to refuse to deal with or buy from.
Definition of Boycott
"Boycott": “Boycott” means to refuse to deal with or buy from.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Boycott
- • protest
- • reject
Usage Examples
"Correct:" They decided to boycott the product.
"Correct:" Consumers boycott unfair brands.
"Correct:" The group boycotted the event.
"Correct:" We should boycott it.
"Incorrect:" They boicott the product.
"Incorrect:" Consumers boicott brands.
"Incorrect:" Group boicotted event.
"Incorrect:" We boicott it.
Notes:
- • Correct = boy + cott.
- • Don’t replace ‘y’ with ‘i’.
- • Remember origin word.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Boycott vs boicott – correct spelling?
A: Boycott is correct.
Q: What does boycott mean?
A: Refuse to buy or support.
Q: Why is boicott wrong?
A: Wrong vowel used.
Q: Trick?
A: Starts with ‘boy’.
Summary
“Boycott vs boicott”: Use boycott for refusing support. Avoid boicott, a spelling mistake.