Definitions
- Referring to a large corporation made up of several smaller companies. - Describing a rock composed of different minerals or particles. - Talking about a group of things or people that are diverse or varied in nature.
- Referring to a group of similar things or objects that are close together. - Describing a bunch of flowers or fruit growing closely together. - Talking about a group of people or things that are located in the same area or region.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a group of things or objects.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a collection of items that are close together.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a group of people or companies.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Conglomerate implies a diverse or varied group, while cluster implies a group of similar things.
- 2Size: Conglomerate typically refers to a larger group than cluster.
- 3Structure: Conglomerate often refers to a hierarchical structure, while cluster does not.
- 4Connotation: Conglomerate can have a neutral or positive connotation, while cluster can have a negative connotation when referring to a group of people or things that are too close together.
Remember this!
Conglomerate and cluster both refer to a group of things or objects. However, conglomerate implies a diverse or varied group, often with a hierarchical structure, while cluster implies a group of similar things that are close together. Additionally, conglomerate is more commonly used in business or geology, while cluster is more versatile and can be used in everyday language.
