Definitions
- Describing an enlarged or swollen area of the body due to gas, fluid, or other substances. - Referring to a bloated or stretched appearance of the stomach or abdomen. - Talking about an inflated or expanded object or container.
- Describing an area of the body that is enlarged or puffy due to injury, infection, or inflammation. - Referring to a bloated or puffy appearance of the face, hands, or feet. - Talking about an engorged or enlarged object or body part.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe an enlargement or expansion of something.
- 2Both can refer to a physical condition or appearance.
- 3Both can be used as adjectives or verbs.
- 4Both can be caused by injury, infection, or inflammation.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Distended is often caused by gas or fluid buildup, while swollen is often caused by injury or inflammation.
- 2Appearance: Distended suggests a stretched or bloated appearance, while swollen suggests a puffy or engorged appearance.
- 3Location: Distended is often used to describe the stomach or abdomen, while swollen can refer to any body part.
- 4Severity: Swollen can suggest a more severe or painful condition than distended.
- 5Usage: Distended is more commonly used in medical or technical contexts, while swollen is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Distended and swollen are synonyms that describe an enlargement or expansion of something. However, the difference between them lies in their cause, appearance, location, severity, and usage. Distended is often used to describe a bloated or stretched appearance of the stomach or abdomen due to gas or fluid buildup, while swollen is often used to describe a puffy or engorged appearance of any body part due to injury or inflammation.
