Definitions
- Referring to the act of striking someone or something with a whip or similar instrument. - Describing the movement of something that swings back and forth, such as a tail or a rope. - Talking about the act of criticizing or scolding someone harshly.
- Referring to the act of beating or hitting something repeatedly, often with a stick or a similar object. - Describing the movement of something that flails around uncontrollably. - Talking about the act of defeating someone soundly in a competition or argument.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve forceful movements.
- 2Both can be used as verbs.
- 3Both can be used to describe physical actions.
- 4Both can be used to describe emotional reactions.
What is the difference?
- 1Object: Lash is usually used with a whip or similar instrument, while thrash is often used with a stick or a similar object.
- 2Intensity: Thrash implies more forceful and violent movements than lash.
- 3Direction: Lash usually involves a single direction, while thrash can involve movements in multiple directions.
- 4Connotation: Lash can have a negative connotation when used to describe criticism or scolding, while thrash can have a positive connotation when used to describe a victory or success.
- 5Usage: Lash is more commonly used in formal contexts, while thrash is more commonly used in informal contexts.
Remember this!
Lash and thrash are both verbs that describe forceful movements. However, lash typically refers to striking with a whip or similar instrument, or criticizing harshly, while thrash usually describes beating or hitting something repeatedly with a stick or similar object, or achieving a decisive victory.
