What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
displacing
Example
The construction of the new highway will displace many residents from their homes. [displace: verb]
Example
The rise of digital media has displaced traditional print media in many areas. [displaced: past participle]
evict
Example
The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent for several months. [evict: verb]
Example
The police were called to evict the protesters from the building. [evicting: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Evict is more commonly used than displace in legal and formal contexts. Displace is less common and can be used in various contexts, including natural disasters, development projects, and social issues.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between displacing and evict?
Evict is more formal and legalistic than displace, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
