Definitions
- Referring to an abnormal growth or protrusion on a plant or animal. - Describing an unwanted or unnecessary addition to something, such as a building or a piece of writing. - Talking about a physical or metaphorical outgrowth that is considered unsightly or undesirable.
- Referring to a small raised area on a surface, such as a road or a skin. - Describing a collision or impact with something, resulting in a jolt or a sudden movement. - Talking about a small swelling or lump on the body caused by injury or infection.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a physical protrusion or raised area.
- 2Both can be found on living organisms or inanimate objects.
- 3Both can be caused by injury or disease.
- 4Both can be considered unsightly or undesirable.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Excrescence is typically larger than a bump.
- 2Cause: Excrescence is often caused by abnormal growth or development, while bump is usually caused by impact or injury.
- 3Location: Excrescence can occur anywhere on a plant or animal, while bump is usually found on the skin or a surface.
- 4Connotation: Excrescence has a negative connotation, while bump can be neutral or even positive in some contexts.
- 5Usage: Excrescence is a more formal and technical term, while bump is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Excrescence and bump both refer to a protrusion or raised area, but they differ in size, cause, location, connotation, and usage. Excrescence is a larger and more formal term that often describes an abnormal growth or unwanted addition, while bump is a smaller and more casual term that usually refers to a collision or a small swelling.
