What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
consumed
Example
I consumed a large pizza for dinner. [consumed: past tense]
Example
The project consumed all of our available resources. [consumed: verb]
Example
The fire consumed the entire building. [consumed: past participle]
burnt
Example
The toast was burnt and inedible. [burnt: adjective]
Example
The house was burnt down in a fire. [burnt: past participle]
Example
The engine burnt a lot of oil during the long trip. [burnt: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Consumed is more commonly used than burnt in everyday language. Consumed is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while burnt is more specific and limited in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between consumed and burnt?
Both consumed and burnt are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
