Definitions
- Describing a low, guttural sound made by an animal as a warning or sign of aggression. - Referring to a deep, rumbling sound made by a person's stomach when hungry or upset. - Talking about a low, menacing sound made by a person to express anger or disapproval.
- Describing a loud, powerful sound made by a lion, tiger, or other large animal. - Referring to a loud, continuous noise made by a crowd, machinery, or vehicles. - Talking about a loud, forceful sound made by a person to express excitement or enthusiasm.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are sounds made by living beings.
- 2Both can be used to express emotions such as anger or excitement.
- 3Both can be used as verbs or nouns.
- 4Both can be used figuratively to describe non-auditory experiences.
What is the difference?
- 1Volume: Roar is generally louder and more powerful than growl.
- 2Source: Growl is typically made by animals or humans, while roar is usually associated with large animals or loud machines.
- 3Tone: Growl is often low and menacing, while roar can be both intimidating and exciting.
- 4Duration: Roar is usually a sustained sound, while growl can be short and abrupt.
- 5Context: Growl is often associated with warning or aggression, while roar can be associated with power, excitement, or admiration.
Remember this!
Growl and roar are both sounds made by living beings, but they differ in volume, source, tone, duration, and context. A growl is a low, menacing sound made by animals or humans to express warning or aggression, while a roar is a loud, powerful sound made by large animals or machines to express power, excitement, or admiration.
