Definitions
- Describing the low, rumbling sound that an animal makes when it is angry or threatening. - Referring to the sound of a person's stomach when they are hungry or digesting food. - Talking about the sound of thunder or a vehicle's engine.
- Describing the aggressive and threatening sound that an animal makes when it is angry or defensive. - Referring to the act of speaking in an angry or hostile manner. - Talking about the tangled or twisted appearance of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe sounds made by animals.
- 2Both words can be used to describe aggressive or hostile behavior.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Sound: Growling is a low, rumbling sound while snarling is a more high-pitched and aggressive sound.
- 2Manner: Growling is often associated with a more passive or defensive stance while snarling is more aggressive and confrontational.
- 3Usage: Growling can be used to describe non-threatening situations such as stomach noises or engine sounds while snarling is typically reserved for describing hostile or aggressive behavior.
- 4Intensity: Snarling is generally considered to be a more intense and threatening behavior than growling.
- 5Animals: Growling is more commonly associated with larger animals such as bears or lions while snarling is more commonly associated with smaller animals such as dogs or cats.
Remember this!
Growling and snarling are both words that describe aggressive or hostile behavior and are often used to describe the sounds made by animals. However, growling is a lower, more passive sound that can also be used to describe non-threatening situations such as stomach noises or engine sounds. On the other hand, snarling is a higher-pitched, more aggressive sound that is typically reserved for describing hostile or aggressive behavior.
