What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
exhalent
Example
The exhalent vents of the deep-sea hydrothermal vents release hot water and minerals into the ocean. [exhalent: adjective]
Example
The sponge's exhalent pores expel water and waste products from its body. [exhalent: noun]
Example
After inhaling deeply, the yoga instructor instructed the class to perform an exhalent breath. [exhalent: adjective]
effluent
Example
The factory's effluent discharge was found to be contaminating the nearby river. [effluent: noun]
Example
The effluent from the pulp mill turned the river brown and killed off fish populations. [effluent: adjective]
Example
The effluent stream from the lake flowed into the river, providing a source of fresh water for downstream communities. [effluent: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Effluent is more commonly used than exhalent in everyday language, particularly in scientific or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between exhalent and effluent?
Both exhalent and effluent are formal words that are typically used in scientific or technical contexts.
