Definitions
- Referring to the gas or smoke produced by burning or chemical reactions. - Describing a state of anger, irritation, or annoyance. - Talking about a strong and unpleasant odor or smell.
- Referring to the vapor that is produced when water boils. - Describing a state of excitement, energy, or enthusiasm. - Talking about a method of cooking food using hot steam.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve the production of gas or vapor.
- 2Both can be used as verbs or nouns.
- 3Both can be associated with heat or temperature.
- 4Both can be used figuratively to describe emotions or states of mind.
What is the difference?
- 1Source: Fumes are produced by burning or chemical reactions, while steam is produced by boiling water.
- 2Function: Fumes are often associated with negative effects such as pollution or health hazards, while steam can have positive associations such as energy or cleanliness.
- 3Physical properties: Fumes are often thicker and more visible than steam, which is usually transparent.
- 4Usage: Fumes is typically used to describe gases or odors, while steam is used to describe vapor or excitement.
- 5Connotation: Fumes can have negative connotations such as danger or irritation, while steam can have positive connotations such as energy or productivity.
Remember this!
Fume and steam are both words that describe the production of gas or vapor. However, the difference between them lies in their source, function, physical properties, usage, and connotation. Fumes are often associated with negative effects such as pollution or health hazards, while steam can have positive associations such as energy or cleanliness. Fumes are produced by burning or chemical reactions, while steam is produced by boiling water.
