Definitions
- Describing something that runs lengthwise or parallel to the long axis of an object. - Referring to a study or research that follows a group of subjects over an extended period of time. - Talking about a wave or vibration that moves in the same direction as the propagation of energy.
- Describing something that runs along the length of an object. - Referring to a cut or slice made parallel to the longest dimension of an object. - Talking about a measurement taken from one end of an object to the other end.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the direction of movement or orientation of an object.
- 2Both words refer to the length of an object.
- 3Both words can be used to describe cuts or slices made parallel to the longest dimension of an object.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Longitudinal is more commonly used in technical or scientific contexts, while lengthwise is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 2Direction: Longitudinal refers to movement or orientation parallel to the long axis of an object, while lengthwise refers to movement or orientation along the length of an object.
- 3Focus: Longitudinal emphasizes the parallel nature of the movement or orientation, while lengthwise emphasizes the length of the object.
- 4Application: Longitudinal is often used to describe waves, vibrations, or studies, while lengthwise is often used to describe cuts, measurements, or orientations.
- 5Formality: Longitudinal is more formal than lengthwise.
Remember this!
Longitudinal and lengthwise both describe the direction or orientation of an object along its length. However, longitudinal is more technical and scientific, emphasizing parallel movement or orientation, while lengthwise is more common in everyday language, emphasizing the length of the object.
