What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inquination
Example
The inquination of the river was caused by the factory's waste disposal. [inquination: noun]
Example
The soil in the area showed signs of inquination due to the use of pesticides. [inquination: noun]
contamination
Example
The contamination of the food supply led to a widespread illness. [contamination: noun]
Example
The water source was found to be contaminated with bacteria. [contaminated: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Contamination is a more commonly used word than inquination in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inquination and contamination?
Inquination has a more formal or technical connotation than contamination, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
