Definitions
- Describing a plan or scheme that has been prevented from succeeding. - Referring to an attempt that has been thwarted or blocked. - Talking about a situation where someone's efforts have been unsuccessful.
- Referring to an obstacle or barrier that prevents movement or progress. - Describing a situation where someone is prevented from achieving their goals. - Talking about a group of buildings or streets surrounded by major roads.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe situations where progress or success is prevented.
- 2Both words can be used as verbs.
- 3Both words involve obstacles or barriers.
- 4Both words imply a negative outcome or result.
- 5Both words can be used in various contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of obstacle: Foiled refers to a specific plan or scheme that has been prevented, while block refers to a general obstacle or barrier.
- 2Intention: Foiled implies an intentional effort to prevent something from happening, while block can be intentional or unintentional.
- 3Degree of success: Foiled implies a complete prevention of success, while block may only partially prevent success.
- 4Connotation: Foiled has a more dramatic and intense connotation, while block can be more neutral or matter-of-fact.
- 5Usage: Foiled is less commonly used than block in everyday language.
Remember this!
Foiled and block are synonyms that both describe situations where progress or success is prevented. However, foiled refers to a specific plan or scheme that has been prevented, while block refers to a general obstacle or barrier. Additionally, foiled implies an intentional effort to prevent something from happening, while block can be intentional or unintentional.
