What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
furuncle
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with a furuncle on his neck. [furuncle: noun]
Example
She was prescribed antibiotics to treat the furuncle on her thigh. [furuncle: noun]
boil
Example
He had a boil on his arm that needed to be drained. [boil: noun]
Example
She boiled water to sterilize the needle before lancing the boil. [boil: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Boil is more commonly used than furuncle in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between furuncle and boil?
Furuncle is a more formal term used in medical contexts, while boil is a more casual term used in everyday language.
