What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
endogamous
Example
The community practices endogamous marriage to preserve their cultural traditions. [endogamous: adjective]
Example
Endogamy is a common practice in many cultures around the world. [endogamy: noun]
clannish
Example
The company culture was very clannish, making it difficult for new employees to feel included. [clannish: adjective]
Example
The political party was accused of being too clannish and resistant to new ideas. [clannish: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Clannish is more commonly used in everyday language to describe social groups, while endogamous is more commonly used in anthropology and sociology.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between endogamous and clannish?
Both words have a formal tone and are typically used in academic or professional contexts.
