What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fasciate
Example
The fasciate leaves of the succulent plant were striking in their appearance. [fasciate: adjective]
Example
She fasciated the gift box with a red ribbon. [fasciated: verb, past tense]
fasciated
Example
The fasciated cactus had a unique appearance due to its flattened stem. [fasciated: adjective]
Example
The doctor diagnosed the patient with fasciated fingers, a rare condition that caused them to appear ribbon-like. [fasciated: verb, past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fasciated is more commonly used than fasciate in everyday language, particularly in scientific or medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fasciate and fasciated?
Both fasciate and fasciated are technical terms and are more commonly used in formal or scientific writing than in casual conversation.
