Definitions
- Describing an action or behavior that is extremely offensive, inappropriate, or unethical. - Referring to a situation that is excessively or unacceptably bad or unpleasant. - Talking about an error or mistake that is significant and obvious.
- Describing an action or behavior that is shockingly bad, offensive, or immoral. - Referring to a situation that is outrageously or blatantly wrong or unjust. - Talking about an error or mistake that is extremely and noticeably wrong.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or situations that are extremely bad or offensive.
- 2Both words are adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
- 3Both words convey a sense of severity and intensity.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Grossly is more commonly used than egregiously in everyday language.
- 2Intensity: Egregiously is more intense and severe than grossly.
- 3Connotation: Egregiously has a stronger negative connotation than grossly.
- 4Formality: Egregiously is more formal than grossly and is often used in legal or academic contexts.
Remember this!
Grossly and egregiously are synonyms that describe actions or situations that are extremely bad or offensive. However, egregiously is more intense and severe than grossly, with a stronger negative connotation. While grossly is more commonly used in everyday language, egregiously is more formal and often used in legal or academic contexts.
