Definitions
- Describing something that is divided into smaller parts or fractions. - Referring to a part of a whole that is less than one. - Talking about a numerical value that is not a whole number.
- Describing something that is incomplete or made up of fragments. - Referring to something that is broken or shattered into pieces. - Talking about information or knowledge that is incomplete or lacking in detail.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is incomplete or divided.
- 2Both words can be used to describe information or knowledge that is lacking or incomplete.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a part of a whole.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Fractional is typically used in a mathematical or numerical context, while fragmentary is more commonly used to describe physical objects or information.
- 2Meaning: Fractional refers to something that is divided into smaller parts or fractions, while fragmentary refers to something that is incomplete or made up of fragments.
- 3Connotation: Fractional has a neutral or positive connotation, while fragmentary can have a negative connotation, implying that something is incomplete or lacking.
- 4Degree: Fractional implies that something is a small part of a larger whole, while fragmentary implies that something is incomplete or broken into pieces.
Remember this!
Fractional and fragmentary are both words that describe something that is incomplete or divided. However, fractional is typically used in a mathematical or numerical context, referring to something that is divided into smaller parts or fractions. On the other hand, fragmentary is more commonly used to describe physical objects or information that is incomplete or made up of fragments.
