Definitions
- Describing something that resembles a fringe or has the appearance of a fringe. - Referring to something that is on the edge or periphery of a group or society. - Talking about something that is decorative and ornamental, like a fringe.
- Describing something that has a decorative border or edging, like a fringe. - Referring to something that is surrounded or bordered by something else. - Talking about something that has a particular type of hair or feathers around the edges.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that has a border or edging.
- 2Both words can be used to describe something decorative or ornamental.
- 3Both words can be used to describe something on the edge or periphery of something else.
What is the difference?
- 1Appearance: Fringelike describes something that resembles a fringe, while fringed describes something that has a fringe or border.
- 2Function: Fringelike can describe something purely decorative, while fringed can describe something functional, such as a scarf or curtain.
- 3Usage: Fringelike is more commonly used as an adjective, while fringed can be used as both an adjective and a verb.
- 4Focus: Fringelike emphasizes the appearance or resemblance to a fringe, while fringed emphasizes the presence of a fringe or border.
- 5Connotation: Fringelike has a more abstract and artistic connotation, while fringed has a more practical and functional connotation.
Remember this!
Fringelike and fringed are synonyms that describe something with a border or edging. However, fringelike emphasizes the appearance or resemblance to a fringe, while fringed emphasizes the presence of a fringe or border. Fringelike is more commonly used as an adjective to describe something decorative or ornamental, while fringed can be used as both an adjective and a verb to describe something functional or decorative.
