Definitions
- Describing a person or animal who has gained weight over time. - Referring to an object that has increased in size due to the accumulation of material. - Talking about a food that contains a high amount of fat content.
- Describing a person or animal who has a rounder and fuller appearance. - Referring to an object that has increased in size due to its natural shape or form. - Talking about a fruit or vegetable that is full and juicy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe an increase in size or weight.
- 2Both words are comparative adjectives.
- 3Both words can be used to describe people, animals, or objects.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Fatter specifically refers to an increase in body weight or size due to the accumulation of fat, while plumper describes a fuller and rounder appearance that may not necessarily be due to fat.
- 2Connotation: Fatter has a negative connotation and is often associated with being unhealthy or unattractive, while plumper has a more positive connotation and is often associated with being healthy and attractive.
- 3Usage: Fatter is more commonly used to describe people and animals, while plumper is more commonly used to describe objects and food.
- 4Degree: Fatter implies a greater degree of increase in size or weight compared to plumper.
- 5Formality: Plumper is considered more formal than fatter.
Remember this!
Fatter and plumper are both comparative adjectives used to describe an increase in size or weight. However, fatter specifically refers to an increase in body weight or size due to the accumulation of fat, while plumper describes a fuller and rounder appearance that may not necessarily be due to fat. Additionally, fatter has a negative connotation, while plumper has a more positive connotation.
