Definitions
- Describing something that is external or outside of a particular system or entity. - Referring to a factor or element that is not inherent or essential to a particular situation or circumstance. - Talking about an influence or force that comes from the outside and affects a particular situation or outcome.
- Describing something that is irrelevant or unnecessary to a particular situation or context. - Referring to a factor or element that is not related or connected to a particular situation or circumstance. - Talking about an influence or force that is not significant or meaningful to a particular situation or outcome.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not essential or necessary to a particular situation or context.
- 2Both words refer to something that is external or outside of a particular system or entity.
- 3Both words can be used to describe factors or elements that are not related or connected to a particular situation or circumstance.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Extrinsical is less common than extraneous and is typically used in technical or academic contexts.
- 2Meaning: Extrinsical emphasizes the external nature of something, while extraneous emphasizes its irrelevance or lack of connection to a particular situation.
- 3Connotation: Extrinsical has a neutral connotation, while extraneous can have a negative connotation, implying that something is unnecessary or unwanted.
Remember this!
Extrinsical and extraneous are synonyms that describe something that is external or outside of a particular system or entity, and not essential or necessary to a particular situation or context. However, extrinsical emphasizes the external nature of something, while extraneous emphasizes its irrelevance or lack of connection to a particular situation. Extrinsical is less common and typically used in technical or academic contexts, while extraneous can have a negative connotation and is more versatile in its usage.
