What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
domesticated
Example
Dogs are one of the most popular domesticated animals. [domesticated: adjective]
Example
The domestication of crops allowed for the development of agriculture. [domestication: noun]
tame
Example
The lion was so tame that it allowed the zookeeper to pet it. [tame: adjective]
Example
She had to learn how to tame her temper when dealing with difficult customers. [tame: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Domesticated is more commonly used in scientific or agricultural contexts, while tame is more commonly used in everyday language to describe animals or people.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between domesticated and tame?
Domesticated is generally considered more formal than tame, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
