Definitions
- Describing something that provides information or knowledge. - Referring to a source of information that is intended to educate or inform. - Talking about a message or communication that conveys facts or details.
- Describing something that provides useful or interesting information. - Referring to a source of information that is educational or enlightening. - Talking about a message or communication that imparts knowledge or understanding.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words relate to the provision of information.
- 2Both words can be used to describe sources of knowledge or education.
- 3Both words can be used to describe messages or communications that convey facts or details.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Informatory is less commonly used than informative.
- 2Connotation: Informatory has a more technical or formal connotation, while informative is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 3Purpose: Informatory emphasizes the provision of information, while informative emphasizes the usefulness or interest of the information.
- 4Tone: Informatory can sound more objective or neutral, while informative can sound more subjective or enthusiastic.
Remember this!
Informatory and informative are synonyms that both relate to the provision of information. However, informatory is less common and has a more technical or formal connotation, emphasizing the provision of information without necessarily implying its usefulness or interest. Informative, on the other hand, is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, emphasizing the usefulness or interest of the information being provided.