Definitions
- Referring to something that is currently present or has been present in the past. - Talking about something that is real and tangible, such as a physical object or living being. - Describing the state of being alive or having life.
- Referring to a past event or occurrence. - Talking about something that has happened or taken place. - Describing a state of existence or presence in the past.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that has occurred or existed in the past.
- 2Both words can be used to describe the state of being or presence.
- 3Both words are forms of the verb 'to be'.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Existed is used to describe something that is currently present or has been present in the past, while been is used to describe a past event or occurrence.
- 2Form: Existed is the base form of the verb, while been is the past participle form of the verb.
- 3Focus: Existed emphasizes the state of being alive or having life, while been emphasizes the occurrence or happening of an event.
- 4Connotation: Existed is more formal and technical, while been is more informal and conversational.
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Remember this!
Existed and been are both forms of the verb 'to be' and refer to something that has occurred or existed in the past. However, existed is present tense and emphasizes the state of being alive or having life, while been is past tense and emphasizes the occurrence or happening of an event.
