Definitions
- Describing a temporary solution or substitute for something that is not available. - Referring to something that is created quickly and without much planning or preparation. - Talking about a solution that is not ideal but serves the purpose for the time being.
- Describing a temporary measure or solution to address an urgent or immediate problem. - Referring to something that is used as a temporary fix until a better solution can be found. - Talking about a solution that is not intended to be permanent but serves as a temporary remedy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe temporary solutions or measures.
- 2Both words imply that the solution is not ideal or permanent.
- 3Both words suggest that a better solution is needed in the future.
- 4Both words can be used in a variety of contexts, such as work, home, or personal life.
What is the difference?
- 1Urgency: Stopgap implies that the solution is needed urgently or immediately, while makeshift may be used in situations where there is less urgency.
- 2Duration: Stopgap suggests that the solution is intended to be temporary, while makeshift may be used to describe a longer-term solution that is not ideal.
- 3Connotation: Makeshift has a more positive connotation, suggesting resourcefulness and creativity, while stopgap may have a more negative connotation, suggesting a lack of planning or preparation.
- 4Usage: Makeshift is more commonly used in everyday language, while stopgap is more commonly used in formal or professional contexts.
Remember this!
Makeshift and stopgap are both words used to describe temporary solutions or measures. However, makeshift implies that something is created from whatever materials are available, while stopgap suggests that something is used as a temporary fix until a better solution can be found. Additionally, stopgap may have a more negative connotation and is more commonly used in formal or professional contexts.
