What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fossified
Example
The dinosaur bones were completely fossified after millions of years. [fossified: verb]
Example
His ideas about technology are completely fossified and no longer applicable in today's world. [fossified: adjective]
ossified
Example
The doctor said that his broken arm had ossified and was healing well. [ossified: verb]
Example
The company's ossified management structure made it difficult to implement new ideas. [ossified: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ossified is more commonly used than fossified in everyday language, especially in metaphorical contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between fossified and ossified?
Both fossified and ossified are formal words that are typically used in scientific or technical contexts.
