What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
abdominal
Example
The doctor examined my abdominal area for any signs of pain. [abdominal: adjective]
Example
I need to do more exercises to strengthen my abdominal muscles. [abdominal: adjective]
ventral
Example
The ventral side of the fish is usually lighter in color than the dorsal side. [ventral: adjective]
Example
The surgeon made an incision on the ventral side of the patient's body. [ventral: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Abdominal is more commonly used than ventral in everyday language, especially in medical or anatomical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between abdominal and ventral?
Both abdominal and ventral are technical terms that are more commonly used in formal or scientific contexts. However, abdominal may be used in more casual settings as well.
