Definitions
- Referring to a plant or vegetable that is suitable for eating. - Describing something that is edible or fit for consumption. - Talking about food that is safe and healthy to eat.
- Referring to something that can be eaten without causing harm or illness. - Describing food that is safe and fit for human consumption. - Talking about something that is edible and not poisonous.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is safe and fit for human consumption.
- 2Both words describe food that is edible and not poisonous.
- 3Both words can be used to describe plants or animals that are suitable for eating.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Eatable is more commonly used than esculent in everyday language.
- 2Formality: Esculent is a more formal word than eatable.
- 3Connotation: Esculent has a more technical connotation, while eatable is more casual.
- 4Scope: Esculent is more specific and refers only to plants or vegetables, while eatable can refer to any type of food.
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Remember this!
Esculent and eatable are synonyms that both describe food that is safe and fit for human consumption. However, esculent is a more formal and technical term that specifically refers to plants or vegetables that are suitable for eating, while eatable is a more casual and versatile term that can refer to any type of food that is edible and not poisonous.
