Definitions
- Referring to something that currently exists or is present in the world. - Talking about something that is real and tangible, not just imagined or hypothetical. - Describing something that is already in existence, rather than being created or brought into being.
- Referring to something that is currently happening or taking place. - Talking about something that is in front of you or within your immediate surroundings. - Describing something that is available or accessible at the current time.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is currently happening or in existence.
- 2Both words can be used to describe something that is real and tangible.
- 3Both words can be used as adjectives to describe a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Existing is used to describe something that already exists, while present is used to describe something that is currently happening or in front of you.
- 2Focus: Existing emphasizes the fact that something is already in existence, while present emphasizes the fact that something is happening right now.
- 3Connotation: Existing can have a neutral or even negative connotation, while present generally has a positive connotation.
- 4Scope: Existing can refer to a wide range of things, including objects, concepts, and ideas, while present typically refers to events or situations.
Remember this!
While both existing and present describe something that is currently happening or in existence, they differ in their usage, focus, part of speech, connotation, and scope. Existing emphasizes the fact that something already exists, while present emphasizes the fact that something is happening right now. Existing is primarily used as an adjective, while present can be used as an adjective, adverb, noun, or verb. Existing can have a neutral or negative connotation, while present generally has a positive connotation. Finally, existing can refer to a wide range of things, while present typically refers to events or situations.
