What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
expansivity
Example
Her expansivity made her the life of the party. [expansivity: noun]
Example
He greeted everyone with an expansivity that put them at ease. [expansivity: noun]
communicativeness
Example
Her communicativeness made her an excellent public speaker. [communicativeness: noun]
Example
He was praised for his communicativeness in resolving conflicts. [communicativeness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Communicativeness is more commonly used than expansivity in everyday language. Communicativeness is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while expansivity is less common and may not be familiar to some English learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between expansivity and communicativeness?
Communicativeness is more versatile and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts, while expansivity is typically associated with a casual and informal tone.
