What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adiabatic
Example
The adiabatic expansion of a gas causes it to cool down. [adiabatic: adjective]
Example
An adiabatic process is one in which there is no exchange of heat with the surroundings. [adiabatic: noun]
nonconducting
Example
Rubber is a nonconducting material that is often used as an insulator. [nonconducting: adjective]
Example
The nonconducting properties of the material make it unsuitable for use in electrical circuits. [nonconducting: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nonconducting is a more common word than adiabatic in everyday language, as it can be used to describe a variety of materials and objects. Adiabatic is a technical term used primarily in scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between adiabatic and nonconducting?
Adiabatic is a technical term used in scientific contexts and is therefore more formal than nonconducting, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
