Definitions
- Referring to a container or space that has been completely emptied of its contents. - Describing the act of removing all the contents from a container or space. - Talking about a situation where something was full but is now empty.
- Referring to a container or space that has had its liquid contents removed. - Describing the act of removing liquid from a container or space. - Talking about a situation where something was full of liquid but is now empty.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the state of being empty.
- 2Both words involve removing something from a container or space.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a situation where something was full but is now empty.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of contents: Emptied refers to any type of contents, while drained specifically refers to liquids.
- 2Method of removal: Emptied can refer to any method of removal, while drained specifically refers to the removal of liquid.
- 3Intensity: Drained implies a more complete removal than emptied.
- 4Connotation: Drained can have a negative connotation, implying exhaustion or depletion, while emptied is neutral in connotation.
- 5Usage: Emptied is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts than drained.
Remember this!
Emptied and drained both describe the state of being empty, but they differ in their specificity and connotation. Emptied is a more general term that can be used to describe any type of contents being removed from a container or space, while drained specifically refers to the removal of liquid. Additionally, drained can have a negative connotation, implying exhaustion or depletion, while emptied is neutral in connotation.
