Definitions
- Describing a substance or process related to chemistry. - Referring to the study or practice of chemistry. - Talking about the properties or reactions of chemical substances.
- Describing a substance or process related to chemistry. - Referring to the study or practice of chemistry. - Talking about the properties or reactions of chemical substances.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are related to the field of chemistry.
- 2Both words can be used as adjectives to describe substances or processes.
- 3Both words can be used as nouns to refer to the study or practice of chemistry.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Chemic is less commonly used compared to chemical.
- 2Formality: Chemical is more commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, while chemic is less formal and less frequently used.
- 3Connotation: Chemical has a more neutral connotation, while chemic may sound slightly outdated or less precise.
- 4Variety: Chemical is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts, while chemic is more specific to the field of chemistry.
- 5Common collocations: Chemical is often used with words like substances, reactions, compounds, or processes, while chemic is less commonly used in specific collocations.
Remember this!
Chemic and chemical are synonyms that both relate to the field of chemistry. However, chemical is more commonly used and has a wider range of applications. It can be used as both an adjective and a noun to describe substances, processes, or the study of chemistry. On the other hand, chemic is less common and less formal, and it is mainly used to describe substances or processes in the context of chemistry.
