What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lacrosse
Example
I used to play lacrosse in high school. [lacrosse: noun]
Example
The team practiced their lacrosse skills before the big game. [lacrosse: adjective]
lax
Example
Do you want to come watch the lax game with me? [lax: noun]
Example
The company had a lax policy on dress code. [lax: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lacrosse is more commonly used in sports contexts, especially in North America, while lax is more commonly used in informal language to describe a casual or relaxed attitude.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between lacrosse and lax?
Lacrosse is a formal term used in sports contexts, while lax is more informal and can be used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a casual or relaxed attitude.
