Definitions
- Referring to something that has already been mentioned or discussed. - Used to avoid repetition of a previously mentioned item or topic. - Often used in formal or academic writing.
- Referring to something that has already been mentioned or discussed. - Used to avoid repetition of a previously mentioned item or topic. - Often used in formal or academic writing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adjectives used to refer to something that has already been mentioned.
- 2Both words are used to avoid repetition of a previously mentioned item or topic.
- 3Both words are often used in formal or academic writing.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Forementioned is less commonly used than aforementioned.
- 2Connotation: Aforementioned is considered more formal and traditional than forementioned.
Remember this!
Both forementioned and aforementioned are adjectives used to refer to something that has already been mentioned or discussed. The only difference between the two words is the first letter. Aforementioned is more commonly used and considered more formal and traditional than forementioned. However, both words are interchangeable and can be used in formal or academic writing to avoid repetition of a previously mentioned item or topic.
