Definitions
- Referring to a deep and wide cut or hole made with a sharp object. - Describing an action of forcefully removing a chunk of material from a surface. - Talking about an act of overcharging or taking advantage of someone in a transaction.
- Describing a shallow mark or abrasion on a surface made by a sharp object. - Referring to a minor injury on the skin caused by scraping or rubbing against something. - Talking about a slight or insignificant damage or flaw on an object or idea.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve making marks on a surface.
- 2Both can be caused by sharp objects.
- 3Both can cause damage to an object or surface.
- 4Both can be used as verbs or nouns.
- 5Both can refer to physical or metaphorical damage.
What is the difference?
- 1Depth: Gouged refers to a deeper and wider cut than scratch.
- 2Force: Gouged implies a more forceful action than scratch.
- 3Severity: Gouged is usually associated with more severe damage than scratch.
- 4Size: Gouged typically refers to a larger mark or hole than scratch.
- 5Intention: Gouged often implies an intentional action, while scratch can be accidental or intentional.
Remember this!
Gouged and scratch are both words that describe marks or damage made on a surface. However, gouged implies a deeper, wider, and more forceful cut or hole, often intentional and severe. On the other hand, scratch refers to a shallow mark or abrasion, which can be accidental or intentional and less severe than gouged.
