Definitions
- Used in legal or formal writing to refer to something that has been mentioned or stated previously. - Commonly found in contracts, agreements, or legal documents to refer back to a previous statement or clause. - Often used to avoid repetition and provide clarity by referring to a specific point made earlier.
- Similar to beforesaid, it is used in legal or formal writing to refer to something that has been mentioned or stated previously. - Often used interchangeably with beforesaid to refer back to a previous statement or clause. - Provides clarity and avoids repetition by referring to a specific point made earlier.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used in legal or formal writing.
- 2Both words refer to something that has been mentioned or stated previously.
- 3Both words are used to avoid repetition and provide clarity.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Beforesaid is more commonly used in British English, while aforesaid is more commonly used in American English.
- 2Formality: Aforesaid is considered slightly more formal than beforesaid.
- 3Preference: The choice between beforesaid and aforesaid may depend on personal preference or regional conventions.
- 4Frequency: Both words are less commonly used in everyday language and are primarily found in legal or formal contexts.
Remember this!
Beforesaid and aforesaid are synonyms that are used in legal or formal writing to refer to something that has been mentioned or stated previously. They both provide clarity and avoid repetition by referring back to a specific point made earlier. While beforesaid is more commonly used in British English, aforesaid is more commonly used in American English. Aforesaid is also considered slightly more formal than beforesaid.
