What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
baked
Example
I love the smell of freshly baked bread. [baked: adjective]
Example
He got really baked last night and couldn't stop laughing. [baked: past participle]
Example
Let's bake some cookies for dessert. [bake: verb]
stoned
Example
She felt stoned after smoking a joint. [stoned: adjective]
Example
He enjoys listening to music while being stoned. [stoned: present participle]
Example
The kids stoned the window and broke it. [stone: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Baked is more commonly used in the context of cooking and food, while stoned is more commonly used in the context of marijuana and its effects.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between baked and stoned?
In terms of formality, baked is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when referring to food. On the other hand, stoned is more informal and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
