What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nixed
Example
The CEO nixed the idea of expanding the company overseas. [nixed: verb]
Example
The concert was nixed due to bad weather conditions. [nixed: past tense]
cancelled
Example
The flight was cancelled due to mechanical issues. [cancelled: past tense]
Example
I had to cancel my dentist appointment because of a scheduling conflict. [cancel: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cancelled is more commonly used than nixed in everyday language, and it is more versatile in terms of formality and context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nixed and cancelled?
Cancelled is more versatile and can be used in various formality levels, while nixed is typically associated with a casual and informal tone.
