What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fibrotic
Example
The patient's lungs were severely fibrotic due to years of smoking. [fibrotic: adjective]
Example
Fibrotic changes in the liver can lead to cirrhosis. [fibrotic: adjective]
fibrous
Example
The fibrous roots of the plant help it absorb nutrients from the soil. [fibrous: adjective]
Example
The steak was too fibrous and difficult to chew. [fibrous: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fibrous is more commonly used than fibrotic in everyday language. Fibrous is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while fibrotic is less common and is mostly used in medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fibrotic and fibrous?
Both fibrotic and fibrous can be used in formal and informal contexts, but fibrotic is more likely to be used in technical or medical writing.
