What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disappearing
Example
The old traditions are disappearing as modernization takes over. [disappearing: present participle]
Example
The magician made the rabbit disappear from the hat. [disappear: verb]
vanishing
Example
The sun was vanishing behind the mountains, signaling the end of the day. [vanishing: present participle]
Example
The last piece of cake vanished before I could grab it. [vanished: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disappearing is more commonly used than vanishing in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disappearing and vanishing?
Both disappearing and vanishing can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but disappearing is more versatile and commonly used in everyday language.
