Definitions
- Describing a person who is tall and thin with long limbs. - Referring to an awkward or clumsy person who moves in a loose and uncoordinated manner. - Talking about a person who is still growing and developing, often used to describe teenagers.
- Describing a person who is tall and thin with long limbs. - Referring to a person who has an awkward or ungainly appearance. - Talking about a person who is thin and bony, often used to describe someone who is malnourished.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a person who is tall and thin with long limbs.
- 2Both words can be used to describe an awkward or ungainly appearance.
- 3Both words are informal and casual in tone.
What is the difference?
- 1Connotation: Gangly has a more negative connotation, often implying awkwardness or clumsiness, while lanky is more neutral.
- 2Usage: Gangly is more commonly used to describe teenagers or young people who are still growing and developing, while lanky can be used to describe people of any age.
- 3Appearance: Gangly emphasizes the loose and uncoordinated movement of the limbs, while lanky emphasizes the thin and bony appearance of the body.
- 4Frequency: Lanky is more commonly used than gangly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Gangly and lanky are synonyms that describe a person who is tall and thin with long limbs. However, gangly emphasizes the awkward and uncoordinated movement of the limbs, often used to describe teenagers who are still growing and developing. On the other hand, lanky emphasizes the thin and bony appearance of the body and can be used to describe people of any age.
