What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
concurrent
Example
The company is facing concurrent challenges in both marketing and production. [concurrent: adjective]
Example
The two teams worked concurrently on different aspects of the project. [concurrently: adverb]
simultaneous
Example
The concert will be broadcast live on TV and radio simultaneously. [simultaneous: adjective]
Example
The two experiments were conducted simultaneously in different labs. [simultaneously: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Simultaneous is more commonly used than concurrent in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between concurrent and simultaneous?
Concurrent is typically associated with a more formal tone, while simultaneous is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
