Definitions
- Describing a person's appearance who is very thin, bony, and emaciated. - Referring to a face or body that looks tired, worn out, and lacking in vitality. - Talking about a place or landscape that is barren, bleak, and desolate.
- Describing a person's appearance who looks exhausted, tired, and unwell. - Referring to a face or body that shows signs of aging, stress, or illness. - Talking about an animal that looks wild, untamed, and fierce.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a person's appearance.
- 2Both words suggest a lack of vitality or health.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a face or body.
- 4Both words have negative connotations.
- 5Both words are used to describe something that is unattractive or unpleasant.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Gaunt suggests thinness and emaciation, while haggard suggests exhaustion and weariness.
- 2Cause: Gaunt is often caused by malnutrition or starvation, while haggard is often caused by stress or illness.
- 3Age: Haggard can suggest aging, while gaunt does not necessarily imply age.
- 4Intensity: Haggard suggests a more severe level of exhaustion or illness than gaunt.
- 5Animals: Haggard can be used to describe an animal that looks wild or fierce, while gaunt is not typically used in this context.
Remember this!
Gaunt and haggard are both adjectives used to describe a person's appearance. However, gaunt suggests thinness and emaciation, while haggard suggests exhaustion and weariness. Gaunt is often caused by malnutrition or starvation, while haggard is often caused by stress or illness. Additionally, haggard can suggest aging and intensity, while gaunt does not necessarily imply age and is less severe.
