What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dehort
Example
I dehort you from taking that shortcut through the woods. [dehort: verb]
Example
The doctor dehorted the patient from smoking due to its harmful effects. [dehorting: gerund or present participle]
dissuade
Example
I tried to dissuade my friend from dropping out of school. [dissuade: verb]
Example
The teacher dissuaded the students from cheating on the exam. [dissuading: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dissuade is more commonly used than dehort in everyday language. Dehort is often used in formal or academic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between dehort and dissuade?
Dehort is typically associated with a formal or academic tone, while dissuade can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
