Definitions
- Describing the act of preventing a plan or action from succeeding. - Referring to a thin sheet of metal used for wrapping food or covering surfaces. - Talking about a character in literature who contrasts with and highlights the qualities of another character.
- Describing the act of blocking or hindering someone's plans or efforts. - Referring to a seat across a boat facing the direction of travel. - Talking about a wooden beam that runs across the boat to support the deck.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the act of preventing something from happening.
- 2Both words can be used as verbs.
- 3Both words have multiple meanings beyond their synonymy.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Foil is more commonly used in the context of preventing a plan or action from succeeding, while thwart is more commonly used in the context of blocking or hindering someone's plans or efforts.
- 2Connotation: Foil has a more neutral connotation, while thwart can have a negative connotation of actively opposing or frustrating someone's goals.
- 3Formality: Foil is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while thwart is more commonly used in formal writing or speech.
Remember this!
Foil and thwart are synonyms that describe the act of preventing something from happening. However, foil is more commonly used in the context of preventing a plan or action from succeeding, while thwart is more commonly used in the context of blocking or hindering someone's plans or efforts. Additionally, foil has a more neutral connotation and is more versatile in terms of formality, while thwart can have a negative connotation and is more commonly used in formal contexts.
