What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
destined
Example
I was destined to become a doctor, just like my parents. [destined: adjective]
Example
The two lovers were destined to be together, despite all the obstacles. [destined: verb]
doomed
Example
The team was doomed to lose the game, as they were already down by 10 points. [doomed: adjective]
Example
The company was doomed from the start, with poor management and lack of funding. [doomed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Destined is more commonly used than doomed in everyday language. Destined is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while doomed is less common and typically used in negative situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between destined and doomed?
Both destined and doomed are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
