Definitions
- Referring to something that is irrelevant or not related to the topic at hand. - Describing a comment or remark that is out of place or inappropriate. - Talking about something that is not pertinent or significant to the matter being discussed.
- Referring to something that is not essential or necessary to the subject at hand. - Describing something that is unrelated or irrelevant to the matter being discussed. - Talking about something that is superfluous or unnecessary.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not relevant or necessary.
- 2Both words can be used to refer to comments, remarks, or information.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words can be used to criticize or dismiss something as unimportant.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Inappertinent is less common and more formal than extraneous.
- 2Connotation: Inappertinent has a stronger negative connotation than extraneous.
- 3Scope: Extraneous can refer to anything that is not essential, while inappertinent is more specific to comments or remarks.
- 4Form: Inappertinent is an adjective, while extraneous can be an adjective or a noun.
Remember this!
Inappertinent and extraneous are synonyms that describe something that is not relevant or necessary. However, inappertinent is more formal and has a stronger negative connotation, while extraneous is more versatile and can be used as both an adjective and a noun to refer to anything that is not essential.
