Definitions
- Describing two things that share a common boundary or border. - Referring to two areas or regions that share a border or are adjacent to each other. - Talking about two things that are in direct contact or touch each other.
- Describing two things that are touching or in direct contact with each other. - Referring to two areas or regions that share a common border or are adjacent to each other. - Talking about two things that are next to each other in a sequence or order.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe things that are adjacent or in direct contact with each other.
- 2Both words can be used to describe geographic regions or areas.
- 3Both words emphasize the idea of proximity or closeness.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Conterminous is less commonly used than contiguous in everyday language.
- 2Specificity: Conterminous implies a shared boundary or border, while contiguous can refer to any kind of direct contact or adjacency.
- 3Formality: Conterminous is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language, while contiguous is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 4Connotation: Conterminous has a more technical or specialized connotation, while contiguous is more general and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Remember this!
Conterminous and contiguous are synonyms that describe things that are adjacent or in direct contact with each other. However, conterminous emphasizes a shared boundary or border, while contiguous can refer to any kind of direct contact or adjacency. Additionally, conterminous is less commonly used and has a more technical or specialized connotation, while contiguous is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
