Definitions
- Describing a sudden, unsteady movement of a vehicle or boat. - Referring to a sudden and uncontrolled movement of the body. - Talking about a sudden change in direction or course of action.
- Describing the up-and-down motion of a ship or boat on waves. - Referring to the throwing or tossing of an object. - Talking about the angle or slope of a surface.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a sudden and uncontrolled movement.
- 2Both can refer to the movement of a vehicle or object.
- 3Both can be used to describe physical sensations in the body.
- 4Both have multiple meanings and can be used in various contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Direction: Lurch implies a sudden change in direction, while pitch refers to an up-and-down motion.
- 2Intensity: Lurch suggests a more violent and abrupt movement than pitch.
- 3Object: Pitch is often used with objects that are thrown or tossed, while lurch is used more commonly with vehicles or boats.
- 4Surface: Pitch refers to the angle or slope of a surface, while lurch does not have this meaning.
- 5Connotation: Lurch can have negative connotations, suggesting instability or danger, while pitch is more neutral in tone.
Remember this!
Lurch and pitch both describe sudden movements, but they differ in their direction, intensity, and object. Lurch implies a sudden change in direction, often associated with vehicles or boats, and suggests a more violent and abrupt movement. On the other hand, pitch refers to an up-and-down motion, often associated with objects that are thrown or tossed, and is more neutral in tone.
