Definitions
- Describing something that is deliberately created or planned, often in an artificial or forced way. - Referring to a situation or outcome that seems unrealistic or unlikely due to being overly planned or manipulated. - Talking about a story or plot that feels forced or unnatural due to being too carefully crafted.
- Describing something that is not natural or genuine, often created by humans rather than occurring naturally. - Referring to a situation or environment that feels fake or insincere. - Talking about a flavor or scent that is not authentic or derived from natural sources.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not genuine or natural.
- 2Both words can refer to situations or outcomes that feel forced or manipulated.
- 3Both words can be used to describe creative works, such as stories or art, that feel inauthentic or contrived.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Contrived is often used to describe situations or outcomes that feel unrealistic or unlikely, while artificial is often used to describe things that are not genuine or authentic.
- 2Connotation: Contrived has a negative connotation, implying that something is forced or unnatural, while artificial can have a neutral or positive connotation, such as when referring to artificial intelligence or flavors.
- 3Scope: Contrived is more limited in scope, often used to describe creative works or specific situations, while artificial can be used to describe a wide range of things, from materials to environments to emotions.
- 4Intensity: Contrived implies a high level of manipulation or planning, while artificial can refer to things that are simply not natural or genuine without necessarily implying manipulation.
Remember this!
Contrived and artificial are synonyms that both describe things that are not genuine or natural. However, contrived emphasizes deliberate planning or creation, often resulting in situations or outcomes that feel forced or unrealistic. On the other hand, artificial emphasizes the lack of natural origin and can refer to a wide range of things that are not authentic or genuine.
