What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
homogeneous
Example
The cake batter needs to be homogeneous before baking. [homogeneous: adjective]
Example
The school district is fairly homogeneous in terms of demographics. [homogeneous: adjective]
homogenous
Example
The pressure in the container remains homogenous due to the constant temperature. [homogenous: adjective]
Example
The chemical reaction proceeds homogenously under these conditions. [homogenously: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Homogeneous is more commonly used than homogenous in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between homogeneous and homogenous?
Homogeneous is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while homogenous is more technical and may be more appropriate in formal or scientific contexts.
