Definitions
- Describing someone or something that is complete or total in a negative sense. - Referring to an action or behavior that is outright or extreme. - Talking about a person who is unapologetic or shameless in their actions.
- Describing something that is pure or absolute in a positive sense. - Referring to a degree or amount that is complete or total. - Talking about a surface or fabric that is very thin and transparent.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is complete or total.
- 2Both words can be used to emphasize the extreme nature of something.
- 3Both words can be used to intensify the meaning of a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Negative vs Positive: Arrant is used to describe something negative or undesirable, while sheer is used to describe something positive or impressive.
- 2Behavior vs Degree: Arrant is often used to describe a person's behavior or actions, while sheer is used to describe the degree or amount of something.
- 3Shamelessness vs Purity: Arrant implies a lack of shame or remorse, while sheer implies purity or absolute quality.
- 4Connotation: Arrant has a negative connotation, suggesting something bad or extreme, while sheer has a positive connotation, suggesting something impressive or extraordinary.
- 5Usage: Arrant is less commonly used compared to sheer, which is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Arrant and sheer are synonyms that both convey a sense of completeness or totality. However, they differ in their connotations and usage. Arrant is used to describe something negative or extreme, often referring to a person's behavior or actions. On the other hand, sheer is used to describe something positive or impressive, emphasizing the degree or amount of something. While arrant has a negative connotation and is less commonly used, sheer has a positive connotation and is more versatile in its application.
