What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonrecent
Example
The nonrecent discovery of the lost city was still significant for archaeologists. [nonrecent: adjective]
Example
I used to work at that company, but it's been nonrecent since I left. [nonrecent: noun]
distant
Example
The distant past is often romanticized and idealized in literature and art. [distant: adjective]
Example
My relatives live in a distant country, so we don't see each other often. [distant: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Distant is more commonly used than nonrecent in everyday language. Distant is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while nonrecent is less common and may sound awkward or unfamiliar in some contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nonrecent and distant?
Both nonrecent and distant are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
