Definitions
- Used to describe something that is complete and total, without any ambiguity or doubt. - Used to emphasize a negative quality or characteristic of someone or something. - Used to express strong disapproval or criticism of someone or something.
- Used to describe something that is complete and total, without any reservation or hesitation. - Used to describe an action that is done openly and without concealment. - Used to describe a situation where there is no possibility of compromise or negotiation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to describe something that is complete and total.
- 2Both words can be used to emphasize a negative quality or characteristic.
- 3Both words can be used to express strong disapproval or criticism.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Downright is more commonly used to describe negative qualities or characteristics, while outright is more commonly used to describe actions or situations.
- 2Connotation: Downright has a stronger negative connotation than outright.
- 3Emphasis: Downright emphasizes the completeness or totality of something, while outright emphasizes the openness or lack of hesitation in an action or situation.
Remember this!
Downright and outright are synonyms that both describe something that is complete and total. However, downright is more commonly used to describe negative qualities or characteristics, while outright is more commonly used to describe actions or situations. Additionally, downright has a stronger negative connotation and can be used as both an adverb and an adjective, while outright is primarily used as an adverb and emphasizes the openness or lack of hesitation in an action or situation.
