Definitions
- Referring to places or things that are located next to each other. - Describing a location that is close or nearby to another location. - Talking about areas or regions that share a border or are in close proximity to each other.
- Describing two things or places that are next to each other, sharing a common boundary. - Referring to objects or locations that are close or near to each other. - Talking about things or places that are positioned side by side or in close proximity.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe things or places that are located close to each other.
- 2Both words imply a sense of proximity or nearness.
- 3Both words are used to describe the relationship between two objects or locations.
- 4Both words can be used to describe physical or geographical proximity.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Neighbouring is more commonly used to describe geographical locations or regions, while adjacent can be used to describe both physical objects and locations.
- 2Boundary: Adjacent implies that two things share a common boundary, while neighbouring does not necessarily imply a shared boundary.
- 3Position: Adjacent emphasizes the position of two things or places that are side by side, while neighbouring emphasizes the closeness or proximity of two locations.
- 4Formality: Adjacent is more formal than neighbouring, which is often used in casual conversation.
- 5Connotation: Neighbouring has a friendly and welcoming connotation, while adjacent can be neutral or even negative in certain contexts.
Remember this!
Neighbouring and adjacent are synonyms that describe things or places that are located close to each other. However, neighbouring is more commonly used to describe geographical locations or regions, while adjacent can be used to describe both physical objects and locations. Adjacent emphasizes the position of two things or places that are side by side, while neighbouring emphasizes the closeness or proximity of two locations.
