What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
grooved
Example
The carpenter used a grooved saw blade to make precise cuts. [grooved: adjective]
Example
The vinyl record has grooves that the needle follows to produce sound. [grooves: noun]
ridged
Example
The hiker followed the ridged path up the mountain. [ridged: adjective]
Example
The tire has ridges for better traction on wet roads. [ridges: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ridged is more commonly used than grooved in everyday language. Ridged is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while grooved is less common and often used in specific technical or artistic fields.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between grooved and ridged?
Both grooved and ridged are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
