What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
edible
Example
The berries are edible and can be used to make jam. [edible: adjective]
Example
The chef made sure to use only edible flowers in the salad. [edible: adjective]
comestible
Example
The store sells a variety of comestibles, including fresh produce and baked goods. [comestibles: noun]
Example
The hiker packed a bag of comestibles for the long trek ahead. [comestibles: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Edible is more commonly used than comestible in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between edible and comestible?
Comestible has a slightly more formal connotation than edible, and is more commonly used in formal writing or in British English.
