What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
abandons
Example
The family abandoned their old house and moved to a new city. [abandoned: past tense]
Example
He abandoned his dreams of becoming a musician and pursued a career in business instead. [abandoned: verb]
desert
Example
The Sahara desert is the largest hot desert in the world. [desert: noun]
Example
The group was deserted in the middle of the forest by their guide. [deserted: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Abandon is more commonly used than desert in everyday language, as it has a wider range of applications and can be used in various contexts. Desert is a more specific term that is used less frequently.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between abandons and desert?
Both abandon and desert can be used in formal and informal contexts, but abandon is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
