What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
jelled
Example
After weeks of practice, the team finally jelled and started playing well together. [jelled: verb]
Example
The plan jelled after several brainstorming sessions and is now ready to be presented. [jelled: past tense]
gel
Example
The hair gel made his hair stiff and shiny. [gel: noun]
Example
The mixture will gel after it cools down. [gel: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gel is a more common word than jelled in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between jelled and gel?
Both jelled and gel are relatively informal words, but jelled may be slightly more informal due to its colloquial usage in sports and team contexts.
