What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
equitemporal
Example
The equitemporal rise of the two empires led to a clash of power. [equitemporal: adjective]
Example
The equitemporal nature of the two inventions made it difficult to determine which was the original. [equitemporal: adjective]
contemporaneous
Example
The contemporaneous accounts of the battle provided valuable insight into the events that took place. [contemporaneous: adjective]
Example
The artist's contemporaneous works were all inspired by the same theme. [contemporaneous: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Contemporaneous is more commonly used than equitemporal in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between equitemporal and contemporaneous?
Equitemporal is more formal than contemporaneous and is often used in academic or technical writing.
